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Representative Association of Commissioned Officers. Defence Forces Ireland. We champion the well-being of all our members and the wider Óglaigh na hÉireann

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On RTÉ @morningireland, RACO General Secretary, Lieutenant Colonel Conor King said “there has been a complete undermining of @defenceforces industrial relations mechanisms, and the mood among our membership is one of frustration and distrust with Government.”
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General Secretary Lt Col Conor King speaking to media this week at #RACO26 calling for the recommendations from the Commission of the Defence Forces to be expedited.
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RACO President Lt Col Martin Ryan speaks to media following Minister @IRLDeptDefence @HMcEntee address to #RACO26 this week in Trim, Co. Meath.
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General Secretary Lt Col Conor King explains the role of all stakeholders including RACO in advocating for member welfare and working conditions. He was speaking yesterday to the media on the last day of #RACO26.
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President of RACO Lt Col Martin Ryan says remuneration for members during the EU Presidency must be acted upon. He was speaking to media at the #RACO26 conference yesterday.
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Our President, Lieutenant Colonel Martin Ryan shares the key points of his keynote address to #RACO26
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Speaking from Trim in Co. Meath General Secretary, Lieutenant Colonel Conor King outlines the core issues raised at #RACO26
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Addressing @IRLDeptDefence Minister Helen McEntee & delegates on Day 2 of #RACO26 in Trim, Co. Meath, General Secretary Lieutenant Colonel Conor King outlined members’ key concerns. “Our members cannot strike. In return, the State owes them fair, independent dispute resolution.
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“Chaplains wear the uniform, serve at home and overseas, and support our members through their hardest moments. Yet they are not deemed to be DF members, and are denied representation. Minister, please the delay and resolve this. It is a matter of fairness and welfare that can
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be solved immediately.” #RACO26
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RACO conference hears young officers are already planning their exit as European ruling intensifies pressure on Government over pay and working conditions. RACO President, Lieutenant Colonel Martin Ryan told delegates “meaningful engagement and action is required.” #RACO26
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Lt Col Conor King, RACO General Secretary, speaking to @morningireland ahead of Day 2 of #RACO26 Listen: rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/bf…
'Frustration and distrust' over Defence Forces conditions

'Frustration and distrust' over Defence Forces conditions

Lt Col Conor King, General Secretary of RACO, ahead of the annual conference for the organisation representing members of the Defence Forces.

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The opening motions at the RACO Annual Delegate Conference in Trim, Co. Meath speak to the significant challenges facing young Officers in the Defence Forces. On overseas postings, three delegates spoke of these opportunities being cut back.
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There is considerable uncertainty about when officers can serve overseas. It is a worrying development as it’s where tomorrow’s leaders are made.
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Delegates unanimously passed a motion calling for the official side to provide clarity transparency and fair access to overseas posts for all personnel, and actively seek out and commit to new overseas missions. #RACO26
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RACO and PDFORRA took a case through @EUROMILeurope in 2022 and Ireland was found in breach of the European Social Charter. Now the road is clear for the Government to fully comply.
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On ongoing public sector pay talks, RACO stated they are represented by ICTU. Asked, are you looking for a pay rise? "Absolutely, our members are feeling the cost of living crisis.”
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