A Roscommon/Galway TD is making the push.
Recommendations have been made for the national army headquarters to be in the midlands.
A memorandum is expected to be brought before the government on the matter in the coming weeks, and Roscommon/Galway TD Denis Naughton has asked Minister Coveney to consider Custume Barracks in Athlone as the location.
Deputy Naughton says it's central position makes it a clear choice.
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