Department of Defence
FOI Requests — 882 requests
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
Any memorandums and briefing documents circulated within the Dept of Defence related to the far-right in Ireland between 1 January 2022 to 20 January 2024.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
All records held by the Secretary General (i.e. emails, letters, text messages) referring or relating to a proposal by D/PER that pay savings made by the DoD would be returned to the Exchequer, rather than continued to be used to cover budgetary shortfalls within the department. This request to cover the period 1 Aug 2022 to date of receipt.
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
To ask the Minister for Defence and his HR/Pensions Units the number of Civil/Public Servants in his Department in the last 10 years who have been granted full-service retirement of 40 years for compassionate/discretionary reasons when they retired on ill health grounds (on the advice of a medical advisor). (1) Can he please indicate the number of recipients whom full service has been awarded to, even, if it was beyond their nearest potential service age for retirement of 60 or 65 (whichever is applicable to their status) i.e., despite 40yrs being beyond their official retirement age they were not paid just to the nearest pensionable age but instead were awarded full pension. (2) How many years were granted to these retirees in these particular cases
- RefusedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
All records held by this department as they relate to the provision of contracts for ‘public relations’ or ‘crisis management’ or ‘press work’ in 2020 These records should include the nature and scope of contract provided, the values of the contracts, named parties to the contract and the tender references and documentation associated with the aforementioned contracts. These records should also include all correspondence between Dept. officials and the applicants for the contracts to include emails, text messages and WhatsApp messages”
- Part-grantedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
All documents and internal and external communications, in all formats, mentioning or making reference to the Defence Forces Review 2020 All documents and internal and external communications relating to the article titled "An Examination of Civilian Governance of the Armed Forces in Ireland and Other Neutral EU States" by Brian Clarke.
- PART- GRANTEDReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
Correspondence between the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform and Department of Defence containing any reference to Permanent Structured Cooperation (PESCO) between October 2017 and March 2018
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
Copies of any records held referring or relating to the issue of awarding of medals to veterans of the Siege at Jadotville. For 1 January 2020 to 03 September 2020.
- Part GrantedReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
Copies of all documents in relation to the proposed Institute for Peace
- T r a n s f e r r e dReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
a copy of the analysis referred to in the below image - Psychometric testing in the Naval Service General Service recruitment was paused, on a pilot basis, for 6 months in June 2023. An analysis of the revised approach, and its effects on recruitment/induction numbers will then take place and will inform future decisions on this process.
- R e f u s e dReceived —Decided —Department of Defence
I am seeking the following: - All records related to this return, including any response from the Department: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/81569/irish-council-for-civil-liberties Records can include parallel communications via text and Whatsapp, briefing notes etc. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting. I will accept paper copies if that is not possible. Searches of any relevant mobile phones, private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Any documented responses by the Defence Forces, Department of Defence, or any other affiliated units to incidents involving UAP/UFO activity. Any follow-up investigations or actions taken, including coordination with external agencies. 4. Broader Categorization: Any records, regardless of how they are categorized or labeled, that involve unexplained aerial phenomena, including those not explicitly classified as "UAP" or "UFO" but falling under similar descriptors (e.g., "unidentified aircraft," "anomalous radar returns," "unknown aerial activity," etc.). I would also like to reference my prior Freedom of Information requests to both the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces, where I was informed that there were no records whatsoever fitting my criteria. However, the recent article published by Sidestream News (“The Irish Government's Secretive Hold on UFO/UAP Records” https://www.sidestreamnews.com/post/exclusive-the-irish-government-s- secretive-hold-on-ufo-uap-records ) directly contradicts these responses by detailing the existence of material related to UAP/UFO activity held by Irish government entities. This highlights significant public interest in this area and that the departments are quite frankly lying about the extent to which they care and how much material they hold in relation.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Therefore, I am specifically requesting access to all documentation, correspondence, or files mentioned in the Sidestream News article, including but not limited to any material cited as being in the possession of government departments or agencies or any material the departments have in relation to specific events, locations and occurrences described in the above article. This request is intended to ensure a comprehensive disclosure of all relevant records, materials, and communications related to these topics. I respectfully request that this search include all available records, irrespective of classification or categorization, and cover all relevant departments and units. If information is deemed exempt or redacted, I request a detailed explanation citing the applicable exemption provisions under the Freedom of Information Act. If this request is considered too broad, I would appreciate assistance in refining it to ensure its compliance while maintaining the intent to obtain a full account of relevant information. I quite simply won't accept a response stating that there were no relevant files pertaining to my request since we know of numerous cases that it would frankly be embarrassing if the defence forces or department of defence do not have record of, considering they are known to the public. There is a slim to 0% chance that there is no internal communication within these departments that even discussed UAP. I'm also requesting this internal correspondence as stated above. I would also like a confirmation of receipt of this request and an estimated timeline for when I can expect a response. I understand this request exhibits frustrations, though not unfounded, and is not personal to the case handlers. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
5. Protocols or procedures in place for reporting and investigating UAP/UFO sightings. 6. Information on specific cases, including any physical materials believed to have originated from UAP/UFO incidents currently held by your department/agency.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
2. Details/records of any invoices received by the Department from any of the above parties. Records dating back to 2015
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
4. Number of Civil Servants (since 1st October 2020) in the Department of Defence where a decision was made by the Relevant Manager to transfer the Civil Servant following a Dignity at Work Investigation and subsequent Disciplinary meeting. 5. Number of Civil Servants (since 1st October 2020) in the Department of Defence where a decision was made by the Relevant Manager to transfer the Civil Servant following a Disciplinary meeting. 6. Number of Civil Servants placed off duty with pay under the provisions of Section 3.2.16 of the Civil Service Disciplinary Code since 1st October 2020. I am applying for the above information pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act. However as the above request relates to information rather than records, you may decide to handle this request outside the provisions of the Act, in which case I am agreeable to that.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
3. The total cost of private jet/plane hire for travel for the Taoiseach between 1st January 2023 and 20th January 2024. 4. A breakdown in invoices, detailing the cost and destination, of private jet/plane hire for travel for the Taoiseach between 1st January 2023 and 20th January 2024.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
spreadsheet format where available for the stats forms - and provide an acknowledgement letter as soon as possible
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Overall attitude to the DF I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
section / unit / area of the organisation that manages each contract, that is also of interest to me.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
barracks). The film liaison was an ex Irish army officer Ret Col William O’Kelly, also known as Bill O’Kelly.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
of this request, and to agree to a time extension for a reply to this request if that assists.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Records can include parallel communications via text and Whatsapp, briefing notes etc. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting. I will accept paper copies if that is not possible. Searches of any relevant mobile phones, private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Forces specifically where it relates to legal obligations, accuracy and compliance.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
organisation? i.e. Director of IT or Head of Service Delivery. Please provide Linkedin or available contact details (where appropriate).
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
6. the Department and the Irish Coast Guard (Senator Craughwell, the Committee, PAC, the Department of the Taoiseach, the Department for Transport and the Irish Coast Guard, together referred to hereinafter as the "Third Parties"), which refer to the question of who would provide the service pursuant to the new Irish Coast Guard Search and Rescue Aviation Contract (the "IRCG SAR Contract"). This request also includes any records which are held by or on behalf of the Department in relation to the provision of the new IRCG SAR Contract, including, but not limited to: 1. all records of communications between the Department and the Third Parties, including any staff thereof, relating to the question of who would provide the service pursuant to the IRCG SAR Contract, including but not limited to letters, emails, reports, agreements, memoranda, minutes of meetings, databases, diary entries, text messages, WhatsApp messages and voicenotes, multimedia messages, notes (including handwritten notes of any type) and records of phone calls; and 2. all records of internal communications between Department personnel where correspondence with the Third Parties pertaining to the question of who would provide the service pursuant to the IRCG SAR Contract was considered and/or discussed, including but not limited to letters, emails, reports, agreements, memoranda, minutes of meetings, databases, diary entries, text messages, WhatsApp messages and voicenotes, multimedia messages, notes (including handwritten notes of any type) and records of phone calls.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
associated reports, presentations and correspondence shared and/or referenced at the meeting. I also request any letters, emails, text messages, WhatsApp messages, memos, notes, reports, draft reports and any other relevant records that were created, sent or received before, during or after the meeting. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original format. If you feel that the request is too broad, or that it may not be possible to respond to this request in a reasonable time, please contact me at this email address and inform me of how I can refine my request.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
release of all pieces of correspondence sent between 1 January and 31 March to the office of the Minister of State containing these terms.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
-Any correspondence or meeting minutes between Tanaiste Michael Martin and Prof Ray Walley - In this article dated 20 March 2023, Tanaiste Michael Martin mentioned medical personnel have informed him that "cannabis products are much more potent now, and they believe it is a contributing factor in schizophrenia". https://www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/tanaiste-concerned-about- possibility-of-legalising-cannabis-1450136.html A request for any correspondence between Tanaiste Martin and this source, or records of any meetings, and briefings or minutes thereof.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
5. How many staff are working from home 2 days per week? 6. How many staff are working from home 1 day per week? 7. How is your department examining productivity of remote workers? 8. Do you use video surveillance or monitor emails, including the times of day emails are sent? 9. What is the total floor space of your office(s) in square meters please?
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
2. any records which outline measures taken in your department / office / body to reduce carbon footprints associated with travel since the government’s Climate Action Plan was published (2021, 2022, 2023)
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Source Link: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fclim.2021.720312/full Information Request 1. Which law allows the Irish Government to conduct Stratospheric Aerosol Injection in the Irish skies? 2. Does the Geneva Convention protect you from running Stratospheric Aerosol Injection programs? 3. Is the Irish Government in breach of the Nuremberg Code of 1947 as a result of conducting experiment Stratospheric Aerosol Injection programs that could impact the Irish people’s health? 4. What does the injected substance contain? 5. Who is contracted to operate the Stratospheric Aerosol Injection program? 6. Does the Irish Government have contact with Blackrock or Vanguard regarding any such contracts? 7. How will the weather repair as hundreds of tonnes of chemical are sprayed every day? 8. What is the tipping point of chemicals per day in kilos? 9. Will the Irish Government take responsibility for any deaths or damage to the environment (as a result of spraying)? 10. Do the chemicals cause harm to biological systems, what are the effect on the biology and health of the body of men and women and the ecosystem with their accumulation over time? 11. Who is the man or woman responsible for authorising these injections and spraying?
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Thereof, pursuant to Section 8(2) of the National Archives Act, 1986. 2. Certificates for Retention or Withholding from Public Inspection of Departmental Records pursuant to Section 8(4) of the National Archives Act, 1986. Please note, I am seeking copies of the completed certificates, indicating whether the Consenting Officer of the Department of the Taoiseach has consented to the making of the certificates. 3. Schedules of records (if any) attached to the certificates specified at 1) and 2) above.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Procedures for Offsetting the Emissions Associated with Official Air Travel. Under the Circular, it is expected that registers contain details of individual flights, associated greenhouse gas emissions, and the monetary value calculated for each flight to be paid into the Climate Action Fund by the Department.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
individually • Records showing the accommodation details and total costs for each person • Also, any other records showing any other costs organised or incurred by the department, e.g., gifts, presentations, receptions, guest hospitality, photography, flowers etc.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Prison and senior military personnel in charge of Irish Military forces on guard duty in Portlaoise Prison in the 1970s, the 1980s and 1990s. Where the Irish Military forces on guard duty in Portlaoise Prison were allowed to shoot to kill or shoot to injure to prevent an escape in the grounds of Portlaoise Prison. 5: Request all Portlaoise Governor's orders, Department of Justice records, emails, correspondences, and also Prison minutes generated as a result of meetings between senior management of Portlaoise Prison and senior military personnel in charge of Irish Military forces on guard duty in Portlaoise Prison in the 1970s, the 1980s, and 1990s. Of agreed standard operating procedures (SOP) and practices to be followed by Prison Officer personnel up to Governor grade. When informing the Irish Military forces on guard duty at Portlaoise Prison of an intention to enter restricted areas outside the North, South, East, and West boundary walls of Portlaoise Prison. 6: Records of all Portlaoise Governors Orders duly signed in the Governors Order book of Portlaoise Prison as having been read and understood by a named individual as per standard operating procedure (SOP) up to and including on a specified date.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Contracts for laundry services from the Department of Defence and Military Archives: • SI/Barrack Services / 240 • 3/32678 • 3/85434 • 3/6984 • 3/19752 • 3/17572 • 3/15118 • 3/32678 • 3/81083 • 3/77893 • 3/85434
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
2. Assistant Chief of Staff 3. DCOS Operations 4. DCOS Support 5. Lieutenant-general(s) 6. Major general(s) 7. Brigadier general(s) For 2016-2020 inclusive. Provide this breakdown in terms of the amount claimed, description, date.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Records of the nature of the injuries sustained in each case and how much in legal costs the State has had to pay out in each case.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Copies of any correspondence between the Department and the Defence Forces with regard to the @DefenceIreland social media account during the same period.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
Cost to the Defence Forces of damage, damage beyond repair, or loss of military equipment in 2019 and 2020 to include a list of damaged/damaged beyond repair/lost items.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
each of the years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
(3) Please provide any records you hold regarding any risk assessments that you carried out on your toilet proposals, including (a) records of staff consultation on these proposals, and (b) records of the outcome. (4) Please provide any records that you hold regarding the use of disabled toilets as gender neutral options for your department/office.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
A list of all and any other professional subscriptions or membership fees (broken down by name of institution, and staff grade and number of each separately) either paid or reimbursed, party or fully, during 2018 and 2019.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
internal departmental correspondence on the topic of Huawei Ireland, or issues raised by Huawei Ireland, or correspondence from Huawei Ireland, between 1st September 2020 and 10th January 2021.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
If any delays in the expected publication of the Irish Veterans Charter and if a publish date has been agreed.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
To aid the response, I am seeking the numbers only of ratings at Ordinary (OS) or Able (AB) rank.
- Received —Decided —Department of Defence
prepared for the minister or secretary general relating to the procurement of the above aircraft.