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Tuesday, 6 October 2026 16:56

Mullingar's Declan Power says it's about time Ireland stood up to its obligations internationally.

Measures announced on Defence spending in Budget 2027 are just a "drop in the ocean" according to a Midlands defence expert.

The State is committing to add 850 new permament defence force members.

It's also promising to deliver a long awaited millitary radar system as well as new investment in maritime surveillance and cyber security.

Former Defence Force member and security analyst, Mullingar's Declan Power says it's about time Ireland stood up to its obligations internationally:

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