He said increased Defence investment being approved by cabinet this morning represents a significant step in the right direction for the Defence Forces and the country.
Kildare South TD Cathal Berry has said he will support the Government in today’s motion of confidence.
The Independent TD and former Army Ranger Cathal Berry commented: “Having engaged with senior government ministers in recent days on the political priorities in my constituency, I am satisfied that the increased Defence investment being approved by cabinet this morning represents a significant step in the right direction for our Defence Forces and our country.
"While a multitude of problems remain unresolved, this package does at least provide funding for the hiring of additional people, the construction of more modern premises, and an increase in take home pay for our lowest paid personnel.
"Particular credit is due to the military representative associations, veterans groups, wives & partners and other advocates who campaigned so fiercely for these long overdue improvements.
"It has taken more than a decade for our armed forces to get into this crisis; it will take more than a day for them to get out of it," he insisted.
"I therefore look forward to further direct engagement with the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and Minister for Defence on addressing the still significant, yet unresolved issues in the weeks and months ahead.
"On this basis I will be supporting the government in today’s motion of confidence," he added.
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