The most senior Defence Force member has admitted cultural issues still exist within the force.
Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces, Lieutenant General Seán Clancy was responding to queries about how to attract women to join the army following the Women of Honour exposé where a number of former Defence Force members detailed allegations of sexual abuse, harassment and discrimination within the force.
Lt Gen Clancy said: “My direct message to anybody, irrespective of gender, is that this is a place where dignity and respect are first and foremost in your workplace.
