
That's the view of a Defence Forces' representative body.
An upcoming Commission on Defence is a once in a generation chance to address long-standing issues in the Defence Forces.
That's the view of the Representative Association of Commissioned Officers.
Pay and conditions within the military have been highlighted as potential reasons for a decline recruitment and retention figures.
RACO General Secretary, Athlone Commandant Conor King says personnel shouldn't be punished because of a refusal to go on strike: