The death has occurred of Paul Ryan of Ennistymon, Clare Ireland, on 27/10/2025. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

Topic: Update on Reserve Defence Forces Issues

The death has occurred of John Byrne of Knocklyon, Dublin Ireland, on 24/09/2025. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

RDFRA leaders told the Oireachtas that underfunding, unpaid duties, and shrinking numbers threaten the sustainability of Ireland’s reserve forces

Cathal Berry, a former TD and Army Ranger, said it is ‘ludicrous’ that the Department has cut back on the amount of activities that reservists could be paid

Built at FM Marine Services’ Valentia Island facility in Co Kerry, the Fionnghuala is engineered to enhance Ireland's maritime defense operations