[ { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2025", "decision_date": "2025-05-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Minutes and briefing documents related to any meetings between any Department of Defence staff involved in procurement and representatives for the following companies: THREE NAMED COMPANIES, from January 2022 to present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0033/2025", "decision_date": "2025-05-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am requesting, access to: All records relating to the use of Defence Forces facilities by private companies and organisations from 2015 to present, including agreements, permissions granted, and any fees or payments received. Please include any emails sent or received on private email addresses or mobile phones used for official business, if applicable." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2025", "decision_date": "2025-05-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.Copies of any and all correspondence - including, but not limited to emails, letters, meeting/briefing notes and minutes - received by the Department of Defence from any Lebanese government entities, officials, or representatives between September 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025 that relate to A NAMED INDIVIDUAL and/or Minister Simon Harris' visit to Lebanon. 2. I am also requesting copies of any and all correspondence related to Minister Simon Harris’ trip to Lebanon at the end of March 2025 - including, but not limited to emails, letters, meeting/briefing notes, and minutes - prepared (by Department of Defence officials) for as well as received by Minister Simon Harris between September 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025 that relate to NAMED INDIVIDUAL and/or Minister Harris' visit to Lebanon. Please note: The information should include not just copies of documentation from Department of Defence officials but also staff working directly for Minister Harris, including his special advisers." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0047/2025", "decision_date": "2025-05-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence (including emails, text messages, etc) between the Department of Defence and any representatives of A NAMED COMPANY from 25th March 2024 to present. - Minutes from any meetings with A NAMED COMPANY. Please also include any briefing notes." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0072/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Further to your response to my original request, and subsequent phone call to you today 28th March 2025, I am submitting this request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I am requesting statistics from access to the following records: 1. A record of the TOTAL number of staff in the Department of Defence who are in receipt of the Keyholder Allowance. 2. From your payroll records, please provide a breakdown of these staff members by grade (whether Industrial / Clerical / Administration). If no single record contains the exact details sought, I request access to any records that would allow for this information to be compiled. If my request is unclear or requires refinement, I am open to clarifying it, but I am requesting a formal response under FOI rather than an informal disclosure outside the statutory process." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all individuals appointed as Special Advisers to any Minister or Minister of State within the Department, from 2011 to date, including: • Name of the adviser • Minister to whom they were assigned • Date of appointment • Date of resignation or cessation (if applicable) • Sanctioned salary rate at time of appointment • Total remuneration actually paid during the period of their service (gross, per year or cumulative) Any records containing biographical information provided to the Department or held by the Department in relation to those advisers, such as: • Curriculum Vitae (CV) • Biographical summaries prepared for internal use, ministerial briefings, or external publication (e.g., press releases or website bios) I believe the relevant records should all be held by HR/Payroll, although the requested information may not exist in a single precompiled record. I therefore request that, where necessary, new record(s) be created, under Section 17(4) of the FOI Act 2014, for the purpose of collating the requested details — particularly in relation to total pay received, biographical information, and the full timeline of appointments and resignations." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-17", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act I would like to request a copy of the submission made by your Department to Oifig an Choimisinéara Teanga in 2024 concerning the reporting of advertising activities and Irish language advertising by your Department in 2023. I understand your department received a PDF confirmation of your submission from the office and that is the single record I am seeking. I would be happy to receive this information outside of FOI if you wish to address it as an inquiry outside of the FOI process." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0061/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any records of communications, meetings, correspondence, briefings, or other interactions between the Department and A NAMED COMPANY during the past two years, including emails, meeting minutes etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0062/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between Tánaiste Simon Harris and the following individuals: • Minister of State Seán Canney; • Minister of State Noel Grealish; • Minister of State Marian Harkin; • Minister of State Kevin 'Boxer' Moran; • Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae; • Danny Healy-Rae TD; • Michael Lowry TD; • Barry Heneghan TD; • Gillian Toole TD. The time period can be limited to 23/1/2025 to 13/3/2025 The records should include copies of any documents attached or enclosed with the correspondence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0060/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-09", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A register of all vacant properties owned by your organisation. Including detail on the physical condition of each property, how long each property has been vacant, the reasoning for why each property is vacant, and the monetary value of each property. • A register of all undeveloped land owned by your organisation. Including detail on the physical condition of each plot of land, how long each plot has been vacant, the reasoning for why each plot is vacant, and the monetary value of each plot." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any briefing documents prepared for the Minister, their advisers or staff regarding Ireland's Individually Tailored Partnership Programme (ITPP) with NATO for 2024-2028, as well as any minutes from meetings which discussed it. This request covers 12 months." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0058/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any due diligence guidelines or policy documents from the past five years that show how the Department of Defence assesses companies, particularly those implicated in potential human rights violations, before procurement or entering a contract." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- Defence 00073-25: Recommendation from Chief of Staff to re-enlist former PDF personnel - Defence 00039-25: Commissioning of portrait of Chief of Staff - I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/12/2024 - 4/3/2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0051/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any impact assessments conducted by or for the Department in the last 18 months Would it be ok to refine the request to being related to the following keywords? - Training - Procurement - Neutrality - NATO - EU It would be the final report at the end of any assessment. In terms of training it would be related to DF personnel. And with procurement it's related to military equipment." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2025", "decision_date": "2025-04-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-02-2025 - 28-02-2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0034/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to apply under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act for the following records held by the Department of Defence: 1. Copy of the joint civil/military report into Project 16 of the White Paper on Defence in relation to the HSE Emergency Aeromedical Support (EAS) service currently based in Athlone. 2. Copy of submissions received from the HSE and Department of Health in relation to this project. 3. Copies of submissions from the Air Corps/Department of Defence in relation to the future location of this service" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0071/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please can you provide me with the total number of Dept. Of Defence staff in receipt of the Keyholder Allowance, broken down by each grade (General Operatives / Clerical Officers / Executive Officers, etc.)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0064/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I seek records covering the period from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2024, detailing instances where your Department failed to meet the statutory deadlines for releasing records in response to Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, as prescribed by the FOI Act 2014. Specifically, I request the following: 1) The total number of FOI requests where the Department both: a) failed to release the requested records within 20 working days, as required by Section 13 of the FOI Act 2014 AND b) did not notify the requester of an extension within that same 20-working-day period, as allowed under Section 14 Note that I'm asking about cases in which both a) AND b) conditions apply. The resulting figure should be broken down by year. 2) The total number of FOI requests where the Department released the requested records later than 30 working days, despite notifying the requester of a 10-working-day extension under Section 14, broken down by year. 3) The total number of FOI requests where the Department refused the request under Section 15(1)(f) of the FOI Act 2014, on the grounds that the records were intended to be published within 6 weeks of the request, but then released those records more than 6 weeks after the refusal decision, broken down by year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0066/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-26", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I request the following information under the FOI Act 2014. • What involvement has the Department of Defense in Geoengineering including but not limited to the spraying of aerosol over the Irish land, in and over the Irish skies? • How much the Department of Defense gets paid to allow companies the use of Irish aerospace to take part in Geoengineering activities ? • The name of the man/woman that authorises the use of irish 'skies' for this use?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0053/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records related to this lobbying return: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/120810/marine- renewables-industry-association-ltd Please include searches of private emails and phones where relevant." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0050/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any briefing documents or reports from 2023 to present regarding Ireland's participation in: - EU Military Mobility projects - EU Battlegroups - PESCO projects -Any assessments of how these align with military neutrality" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0043/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act of 2014, I would like to copy of records and correspondence in relation to procurement of military radar from 1st November 2024 to 10th February 2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0040/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which shows total expenditure in your organisation in 2024 and to date in 2025 on ID cards, lanyards, card holders, card printers or any software used for producing ID cards I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking \"any and all\" such records. I am not seeking any information about the technical specifications of cards or card printers / card readers, rather information about expenditure on these items." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0041/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to each FOI Internal review decision letter issued by your organisation in 2024 and any records released therewith, but excluding any decision letter which related exclusively to personal information as defined in Section 2 of the act." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0038/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Copies of internal correspondence about issues with the redaction of the ministerial briefing document given to the incoming Minister for Defence; • Copies of internal correspondence about issues with the redaction of the ministerial briefing document given to the incoming Minister for Defence and media reporting of the redacted elements (for example here); • Copies of correspondence with external third parties about issues with the redaction of the ministerial briefing document given to the incoming Minister for Defence and media reporting of the redacted elements (for example here); • Copies of internal correspondence about redaction certain parts of the ministerial briefing document given to the incoming Minister for Defence prior to the public release of the document on the department website;" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0037/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a copy of any records held referring or relating to the publication of an inadequately redacted copy of the ministerial brief for MoD Simon Harris on the department website. - a copy of any records held referring or relating to the removal of the above document from the website. - a copy of any records held referring or relating to media coverage of the document, prior to its removal." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0035/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-04", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to make an FOI request under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I wish to request the redacted parts of the Ministerial Brief for January 2025 be unredacted." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0031/2025", "decision_date": "2025-03-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-01-2025 - 31-01-2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0027/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-26", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Acts, I would like to request a copy of the Ministerial Brief and other written material provided to the recently appointed Minister for Defence. The reference to ‘other written material’ relates exclusively to such material as was provided to the Minister on their first day" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0010/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department of Defence and A NAMED INDIVIDUAL, going back three years. Please include any emails sent or received on official government email addresses, as well as private email addresses used for official business, if applicable." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0024/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Correspondence between the Department of Defence and the European Commission, related to undersea cables, between 1st September 2024 and 27th January 2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0015/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-21", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to make a Freedom of Information request regarding the number and type of vehicles operated by Civil Defence Ireland, which have recently been decommissioned/replaced or are due to be decommissioned/replaced in the near future. Specifically, I would like to know the following information; • The number and type of vehicles decommissioned/replaced by Civil Defence Ireland, in 2022, 2023, 2024, • The number of decommissioned/replaced vehicles still in the possession of Civil Defence Ireland (e.g. those that are no longer in use, but have not yet been scrapped or sold) • The number and type of vehicles that are due to be decommissioned/replaced by Civil Defence Ireland in 2025, • The total estimated monetary value of these vehicles broken down by year, as well as the total estimated value of any vehicles that are no longer in use but have not yet been scrapped or sold, • The average cost of decommissioning such vehicles and/or the total cost of decommissioning vehicles per year, from 2022-2025." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0012/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any document which sets out your organisation’s policy or practice regarding job titles and the use of words such as “Chief”, “Head of…”, “Director of …”, “Manager”, “Senior Manager”, “Officer”, etc. and whether these terms are linked to particular grades or salary scales. I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking \"any and all\" such records. I would also prefer to receive only the most recent such records, unless provision of older records is necessary for clarity." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0006/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records containing internal assessments, reports, reviews, meeting minutes or briefing notes etc held by the Department of Defence regarding the operational impact of the Triple Lock mechanism on military deployments and peacekeeping missions. refine the request to now cover the period 01/01/2023 to 20/01/2025 only" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0002/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of the business case, cost benefit analysis, sanction or approval documents associated with the purchase of four Airbus helicopters by the department. - a copy of any submissions or briefings prepared for the minister with regard to the purchase above. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to receive under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, for the following to cover the period 1 November 2024-present: • A copy of all lobbying records [emails; letters; memos; reports; etc] received about the Occupied Territories Bill from third parties in Ireland; • A copy of all lobbying records [emails; letters; memos; reports; etc] received about the Occupied Territories Bill from third parties from the US, including State officials, and the responses sent from the Department, including ministerial level; • A copy of all lobbying records [emails; letters; memos; reports; etc] received about the Occupied Territories Bill from third parties from Israel, including State officials, and the responses sent from the Department, including ministerial level;" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All media strategy documents, communications plans, and related materials produced by or for the Department of Defence from January 2023 to present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0007/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to request access to the documents released under FOI 54/2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "145/2024", "decision_date": "2025-02-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of any reports, memos, submissions, or other such high-level documents prepared outlining the case or approval for the purchase of a Dassault Falcon 6X jet for use as part of the Ministerial Air Transport Service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-05", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of the Roman Catholic Church since 1st March 2023. This is to include correspondence between the Minister of Defence or their representatives, and any bishops of the Roman Catholic Church or their representatives. 2. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) since 1st March 2023, which refer to or relate to Defence Force Regulation A3 Section 1. 3. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) since 1st March 2023, which relate to changes in the personnel appointed to military chaplaincy roles even if such changes are temporary. 4. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) since 1st March 2023, which refer or relate to the Decision of the WRC in the case with references CA-00041738-001 and ADJ-00031432. This Decision is attached for convenience." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-05", "requester_type": "siness/Interest Grou", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please provide information on all Purchase Orders of €20,000 or above for the Department of Defence and Defence Forces for the periods of quarter 3 and quarter 4 of 2024. Specifically provide the following details: - PO Number ps - Supplier - Category - Currency - Amount" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0004/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am requesting, all records held by the Department of Defence relating to lobbying activities conducted by Defence Security Industry and Research Ireland CLG (Irish Defence and Security Association) between September 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024, specifically: 1.All records relating to the meeting held on October 2, 2024 regarding the organisation of a DoD briefing to IDSA membership. 2.All records relating to the meeting held on November 13, 2024 between the Department of Defence and IDSA membership concerning industrial policy questions. 3.All records relating to the meeting held on December 12, 2024 regarding IDSA member priorities. 4.All records relating to the meeting held on November 8, 2024 at McKee Barracks with the Chief of Staff." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0008/2025", "decision_date": "2025-02-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A full list of every trip abroad – including the North of Ireland – taken by the Minister for Defence in his capacity as Minister for Defence, going back five years. Please include any emails sent or received on official government email addresses, as well as private email addresses used for official business, if applicable. I just need a list of the trips, when they took place, and to what location/for what purpose" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0001/2025", "decision_date": "2025-01-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-12-2024 - 31-12-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0003/2025", "decision_date": "2025-01-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking copies of the following esubmissions and attached documents: - Defence 00772-24 - Study in Deaths by Suicide - Defence 01088-24 - Letter to Tánaiste from Chief of Staff I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/7/2024 - 30/12/2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "144/2024", "decision_date": "2025-01-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Copy of business case submitted by the Department of Defence to the Department of Public Expenditure regarding the acquisition of a new Government jet as well as any correspondence between the Departments on this issue 2. Copy of letter of sanction from the Department of Public Expenditure to the Department of Defence regarding the acquisition of the Government jet 3. Copy of representations made to the Department of Defence since 01 January 2022 from companies in the defence/aviation sectors or those acting on their behalf in relation to the acquisition of a new Government jet" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "143/2024", "decision_date": "2025-01-15", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am submitting this Freedom of Information request to obtain any and all records, documentation, and materials held by your department or affiliated agencies related to the following: 1. Unidentified Craft/Objects/Phenomena: Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO), or any other terminology used to describe unknown or unexplained aerial objects or phenomena (e.g., \"unknown craft,\" \"anomalous objects,\" or similar descriptors) but all of which below is simply referred to as UAP/UFO. 2. Specific Documentation and Records: Reports, memos, briefings, or logs of any sightings, incidents, or investigations as well as internal discussion about the existence of any such objects. Communications or reports from pilots (civilian or military) detailing encounters with unexplained objects or phenomena. Air Traffic Control (ATC) communication records, incident reports, or logs that document or reference unexplained or anomalous activity. Correspondence related to UAP/UFO phenomena between the Department of Defence, Defence Forces, and any other parties, including but not limited to An Garda Síochána, civilian organizations, and the public. Civilian reports made to the Defence Forces, Department of Defence, or any affiliated agency regarding UAP/UFO activity. Media files, including but not limited to photographs, videos, or audio recordings related to UAP/UFO incidents or investigations. 3. Incident Responses and Investigations: " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "141/2024", "decision_date": "2025-01-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e- submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-11-2024 - 30-11-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "137/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-31", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A short time ago, on or around the 13th November 2024, the Dept of Defence briefed an organisation called The Irish Defence and Security Association. The subject of the briefing was concerned with DoD procurement and Cap Dev structures. Under the terms of the Freedom Of Information Act 2014, I request a copy of any briefing presentation or notes used by DoD representatives in the briefing. I request that these documents be sent in digital form, but if they are only available in hard copy, then that is perfectly fine also." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "139/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking copies of the following esubmissions and attached documents: - Defence 00865-24 - Inquiry into the incident of the 14 December 2022 in Al-Aqbiya, Lebanon involving members of the Irish Defence Forces. - Defence 01030-24 - Project Update: Sub Sea Domain Awareness (SSDA) Capability - Defence 01019-24 - Memorandum for Government for Army Reserve Commissioning – 2024 - Defence 00986-24 - Further Support to Ukraine - Defence 00983-24 - Correspondence with the Minister for Justice - Defence 00968-24 - Non-lethal equipment donation to Ukraine - Defence 00943-24 - S13(2) for the Minister's decision. - Defence 00942-24 - S13(2) for the Minister's decision. - I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/9/2024 - 29/11/2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "140/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " a copy of any reports, memos, submissions, or other such high-level documents prepared outlining the case or approval for the purchase of a Dassault Falcon 6X jet for use as part of the Ministerial Air Transport Service. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "138/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department of Defence and the United States government or the U.S. State Department related to the Occupied Territories Bill, from October 2023 to the present. This includes, but is not limited to, draft documents, briefing notes, meeting minutes, and any other related correspondence. Searches of any relevant mobile phones, private email addresses, and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "135/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to receive, under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, to cover the period 1 September 2024-present, the following: • All records concerning the departmental review of defence procurement packages to ensure no further procurement of defensive equipment from Israel takes place" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "134/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-05", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "130/2024", "decision_date": "2024-12-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: - Copy of the minutes of all department management board meetings for the calendar year 2024. - A list of all submissions made to the Minister through e-submissions (or any similar system) for the calendar year 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "129/2024", "decision_date": "2024-11-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "128/2024", "decision_date": "2024-11-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a record/spreadsheet/database broken down in as much detail as possible providing maintenance/servicing costs for the Garda Defender Aircraft in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024. - a record/spreadsheet/database of the number of flying hours undertaken by the above aircraft in each of those years. - a copy of any reports, submissions, memoranda, or other such high-level documents discussing the cost of maintenance/viability of the above aircraft." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "124/2024", "decision_date": "2024-11-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a copy of any briefings, memos, reports, submissions, or recommendations (high-level documents) held by the department relating to the issue of illegal encampments or unauthorised developments on department/DF lands at the Curragh. This should have said only for calendar year 2024, and as mentioned, this would only be very much high-level documents, not any day-to-day back and forth with the DF or Kildare Co Co or routine emails between department officials." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "125/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-30", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "121/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e- submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2024 - 30-09-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "119/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-24", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence, documents and records since January 1st, 2023 relating to any potential aircraft transiting sovereign Irish airspace without having received appropriate organisation, carrying or suspected of carrying weapons, munitions, ammunition or the components thereof This should include, but not be limited, to: - Any internal correspondence relating to the matter - Related documents such, such as emails, memos, reports, draft programmes Any minutes, records or notes pertaining to any meeting at which this issue was discussed. - Any communications with or briefings for other government departments or state agencies - Any concerns expressed regarding national security, the intended recipient currently being engaged in war crimes or crimes against humanity - All other documentation pertinent to this issue." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "118/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request access to any record created since 1 January 2023 which 1. lists / identifies contracts placed by your department with Israeli companies, or for the supply of goods or services originating, or partially originating, in Israel, or 2. lists / identies Israeli goods already in use in your department / office." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "127/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• The number of CCTV cameras used in buildings or areas owned/used by the department which include facial recognition functionality built in. • The locations of these cameras and when they were installed. • How many of these cameras are by Chinese manufacturer *named company. • The location of these cameras and when they were installed." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "113/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to the job description or role profile for the position of Secretary General or Deputy Secretary General used in the recruitment process on the last occasion either position was advertised." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "114/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to the job description or role profile used in the recruitment / selection process on the last occasion a competition was held to fill each position based outside Ireland (e.g. Brussels, Geneva, Washington, Beijing, etc). This request should exclude all posts filled by career diplomats or staff of the Department of Foreign Affairs." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "115/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which sets out the cost to date in 2024 of providing period products free of charge as part of measures to address period poverty. I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking \"any and all\" such records. I am willing to agree to any change which your FOI body suggests which will minimise work for your organisation and minimise or eliminate charges for me." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "110a/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a copy of any report submitted by the CoS of the Defence Forces to the department with regard to the award of medals for members. This request to cover the period 1 Jan 2024 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "107/2024", "decision_date": "2024-10-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Defence 00770-24 - ODF Report 2024026 Urgent and Time-sensitive Defence 00628-24 Strategic Defence Review 2024" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "103/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a database/spreadsheet/record of costs associated with the securing or guarding of former departmental or Defence Forces properties in 2022, 2023, and 2024. This record to include the following: a list of relevant properties, the date each was vacated, and the amount paid in each one of the above years for the provision of security services at each location." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "104/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-08-2024 - 31-08-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "105/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, 2014, I wish to request access to any record which outlines whether and how your FOI body recognises long service by staff (e.g., whether you acknowledge service of 25 years, 40 years or 50 years). I am seeking any single record, or the smallest number of records possible to provide the information sought - I am not seeking \"any and all\" such records. I am also not seeking records relating to individual staff - rather, I seek any record which constitutes a policy statement on recognition of long service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "102/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-27", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am requesting access to documents held by the Department of Defence pertaining to the maintenance and upkeep of the Curragh. Specifically, I seek the following: 1. The name of the contractor currently responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Curragh. 2. All tender documents associated with the procurement process for this contract, including but not limited to: 1. The original tender notice. 2. The specifications and requirements outlined in the tender. 3. Submitted bids and related documents. 4. Evaluations of submitted bids. 5. The final contract awarded. 3. Information regarding the duration of the current contract and the expected date when this contract is up for renewal. Please consider this request under the terms of the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I would prefer to receive this information in electronic format at the email address provided above. If you require any clarification or additional details to facilitate the search for these documents, please do not hesitate to contact me at the email or phone number listed above. Thank you for your attention to this request. I look forward to your prompt response as stipulated by the Act, within 20 working days. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "098/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records related to this lobbying return filed by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, available at the following link: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/109397/irish-congress-of-trade-unions. Please include all correspondence, including emails, letters, as well as meeting minutes." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "099/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records related to the lobbying return filed by the Bere Island projects Group CLG, available at the following link: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/109528/bere-island-projects-group-clg" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "094/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a. A breakdown of the details of sales of all obsolete and/or used military equipment by the Defence Forces in the past twelve months. The information provided should include a detailed list of the equipment sold (name, number and use), the prices realised, the method of sale, and the recipient/purchaser." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "097/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all meetings attended by the Minister for Defence this year. For each meeting, please provide the following details: the date of the meeting; the location of the meeting (if in-person) or platform used (if remote) ); the purpose of the meeting; the names and titles of other attendees, where possible." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "095/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-04", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please see the following notes to Vote 36 Defence 2022 Appropriation Accounts Please can I have copies of 1. Reports and correspondence resulting from the fraud noted in 2021 2. Your Fraud register" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "092/2024", "decision_date": "2024-09-03", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All Credit Card Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024 2. All Bank Account Statements for December 2023, January 2024, and June 2024" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "091/2024", "decision_date": "2024-08-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-07-2024 - 31-07-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "089/2024", "decision_date": "2024-08-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking copies of the following documents: - Defence 00656-24: Review of High Level Command and Control - Memo for Govt - Defence 00583-24: Summary of HSA Inspections - Defence 00665-24: Use of the Lear for Military transport - Defence 00618-24: Overview of Q1 2024 A7 and A7 related complaints Report I wish for my request to cover the period: 1.4.24 – 29.7.24" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "087/2024", "decision_date": "2024-08-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking the release of records relating to the hire and use of commercial private jets as part of the Ministerial Air Transport Service from February 2024 to date. By this, I mean, any private jet travel hired by the Department in lieu of using the Learjet or any other Air Corps aircraft. Please provide a breakdown of details relating to these trips, such as date, destination, travelling official and cost. 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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "093/2024", "decision_date": "2024-08-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act 2014, I am seeking access to records held by your department/agency pertaining to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP), Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO), Non-Human Intelligence, biologics, and unknown manned or unmanned aerial vehicles. This request includes any documents or evidence related to non-human intelligence, biologics, and craft or materials from both foreign and domestic cases. Specifically, I am interested in: 1. Records of sightings or incidents involving UAPs/UFOs within Irish airspace. 2. Documentation or reports related to the tracking and investigation of UAP/UFO incidents. 3. Records pertaining to the study or analysis of UAP/UFO phenomena. 4. Correspondence with other government bodies or international organizations concerning UAP/UFO incidents." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "079/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-06-2024 - 30-06-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "077/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following records: 1. Copies of communications - including emails, written reports/audits, email attachments etc - sent by the Defence Forces to the Minister for Defence that relate to criminal convictions/on-going court cases involving members of the Defence Forces. It has been reported that the Minister for Defence has received two such reports. Both should be released. This should include any follow-up/related correspondence. The timeframe I am referring to is from 17 June 2024 to the present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "078/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following records: 2. Copies of all internal correspondence at the Department of Defence relating to the reports referred to above. The timeframe I am referring to is from 17 June 2024 to the present. The timeframe I am referring to is from 17 June 2024 to the present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "076/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-25", "requester_type": "Non-Personal", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the release of the recent report delivered to the Department in relation to the number of serving Defence Forces personnel who have a conviction relating to domestic, sexual and gender-based violence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "074/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of any briefings, memos, reports, Q&As, speaking notes, or other such high-level documents prepared for either the minister or the Secretary General with regard to the sentencing controversy involving a serving member of the Defence Forces. This request to cover the period 1 Jun 2024 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "086/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-12", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. > All correspondence including emails within the Department of Defence since 1st July 2023 that relates to the Military Chaplaincy Review Board. > > 2. > All meeting minutes and other documents within the Department of Defence since 1st July 2023 that relates to the Military Chaplaincy Review Board." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "069/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a copy of any records held by the Secretary General that refer or relate to a formal decision to take the Learjet out of service for the purpose of the MATS in the period 1 Oct 2023 to 31 Dec 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "067/2024", "decision_date": "2024-07-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-05-2024 - 31-05- 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "060/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- Any documentation containing legal advices associated with the Defence (Amendment) Bill 2024 from January 1 2024 to May 21 2024. - Any briefing documents prepared from January 1 2024 to 21 May 2024 for the Secretary General and Minister for Defence on the Defence (Amendment) Bill 2024 which references the legal basis of Heads 8, 25, 26, 28 of the associated general scheme." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "064/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of any correspondence between the department and the DF with regard to a series of inspections undertaken by the Health and Safety Authority at Baldonnel, Haulbowline, the Curragh Camp and/or any other military facilities in the period since 1 Aug 2023. - a copy of any submissions, reports, memos, briefings, overview or review documents prepared for the Sec Gen or the minister with regard to the above reports." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "072/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-25", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Can you send me a link to the Defence Forces Regulations i.e. those recently referred to by the Minster for Defence in relation to Commanding Officers attending court etc. when members are before the Courts." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "061/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-24", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for all the phone call recordings from May 10th and the cctv footage from may the 15th to be sent to address provided" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "068/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following esubmissions and attached documents: - Renaming of three horses recently purchased by the Army Equitation School - First Draft of the Strategic Defence Review - Ministerial Priorities 2024 - Recommendation from Chief of Staff to re-enlist former DF personnel - Note on Department of Defence & Defence Forces Efforts on Assistance to Ukraine I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2024 - 4/6/24." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "058/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-13", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Specifically, I would like to request the following information: 1. The cost per round of 7.62×51mm NATO ammunition. 2. The cost per round of 5.56×45mm NATO ammunition. 3. The cost per round of 9×19mm Parabellum ammunition. 4. The cost per round of 12.7×99mm NATO ammunition." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "065/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-05", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Seo iad na taifid atá iarraidh agam ná: An meid airgead a caitheadh ar earraí, ar sheirbhísí, ar bia nó ar eile ó na comhlachtaí seo a leanas: 16 x named companies Ba mhaith liom an t-eolas seo a fháil ón tréimhse 1 Eanáir 2024 - 25 Bealtaine 2024. Ba mhaith liom an t-eolas caiteachais airgid a fháil mar scarbhileog mhiondealaithe de réir na gcomhlachtaí. Muna bhfuil aon airgead ar bith íoctha chun comhlachta ar bith ar an an liosta thuas, ba maith liom ráiteas a dheimhníonn é sin mar PDF i nGaeilge." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "057/2024", "decision_date": "2024-06-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Details/records of any payments made by the Department to (a) a named company (b) a named company (c) a named person and/or a named person and/or a named person for services including (but not limited to) hostile environment training, from January 2014 to the present day.” (d) SOF Training" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "056/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-04-2024 - 30-04- 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "055/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a record of how much has been spent in total on air taxi services by the department in each of 2023 and 2024. To avoid confusion, I am looking for an aggregate figure for all such services for the two years mentioned and am not seeking the cost of the individual flights. The provision of aggregate information will mean there is no need for Section 36 to be applied. A request for \"information\" of this type, as opposed to records, is allowed under Section 17(4) of the FOI Act where it can be gathered with relative ease. - a copy of any records held by the Secretary General that refer or relate to a formal decision to take the Learjet out of service for the purpose of the MATS in the period 1 Jan '24 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "043/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request access any record which assesses / recommends payment or refund (or recommends non-payment or non-refund) of education fees in respect of any single training / education course undertaken by a member of staff in your Department/ Office (including staff serving abroad) which cost more than €3,000 per annum in the years 2023 and 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "063/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• The number of written correspondences to the Department of Defence regarding the proposed removal of the triple lock since January 1st 2022. • Examples of correspondences to the Department of Defence regarding the proposed removal of the triple lock since January 1st 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "054/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the Cost Benefit Analysis and Feasibility Study on the potential viability of relocating/reconfiguring Cathal Brugha Barracks - All correspondence (from period 01 September 2023 to current date) held by the Office of the Minister for Defence about the potential viability of relocating/reconfiguring Cathal Brugha Barracks." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "053/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following eSubmissions and attached documents: Defence 00177-24: EUMAM Ukraine - Future Planning Defence 01117-23:Update on Ireland's Mobile Telephony Public Warning System Defence 00136-24: Deloitte Report on Redress of Wrongs system Defence 00110-24: Approval is sought for 5 Personnel to travel to the US to attend a sniper competition I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/1/2024 – 18/4/2024" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "050/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The most recently updated Department Brief for an incoming Minister, either signed off and delivered to a new senior minister or minister of state following the 2024 April reshuffle, or a draft prepared for a possible change of minister but never delivered as the minister wasn't changed." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "049/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Copies of all briefing material prepared for the new Minister of State Jennifer Carroll MacNeill." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "048/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the release of records relating to commercial jet travel of the Minister from June 2020 to date. By this I mean, any invoices or booking confirmations for commercial jet travel undertaken by the Minister for the time period requested." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "047/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-08", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/ Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I understand that your department recently signed an MOU with the Romania. I would be obliged if you could provide me with a copy of this MOU under the terms of the Freedom of Information legislation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "046/2024", "decision_date": "2024-05-02", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the records of MATS Air Charters (private jets) hired from June 2020 to December 2021. By this, I mean, any private jet travel hired by the Department in lieu of using the Learjet or any other Air Corps aircraft. Please include any invoices and details of these trips (cost, dates, locations & who was aboard). Finally, I am also seeking the release of any records relating to the tender Framework Agreement for the provision of Contingency Arrangements for Ministerial Air Transport, as seen here. By this, I mean a copy of the request for tender and associated documents, a copy of the submission received from the eventual award winner and a copy of the contract signed between the Department and the award winner." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "042/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-03-2024 - 31-03- 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "044/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a copy of any records held by the department referring or relating to the relaxation of rules around the wearing of beards by members of the Defence Forces. This request to cover the period 1 Sept 2023 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "051/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-17", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The CURRENT BALANCE of the Defence Forces Welfare account (deducted on a weekly basis from all serving members pay) as of this date 28th March 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "052/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-17", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of the allocation of welfare funds to each formation throughout the DF. The name of the Office tasked to deal with the distribution of the Welfare Funds. The Policy for how the welfare funds can be used within the respective Units." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "031/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to receive copies of the following records under the Freedom of Information Act to cover the period 1 October 2023-present: • Any internal audits, analysis or reports in relation to the purchase and/or possible halting of purchases of equipment, goods or services including defensive and surveillance equipment such as UAVs/drones, from Israeli companies and/or any of the following specific companies: 2 x named companies and/or 2 x named companies • Any internal correspondence (including attachments) and/or minutes/notes from internal meetings on the above; • Any correspondence (including attachments) with the above mentioned companies in relation to ongoing activities in Gaza / Palestinian Territories • Any briefings for Ministerial level on the above Please provide the requested documents in electronic format - and in" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "027/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-04", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/ Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence, documents and records since January 1st, 2023 relating to the Irish Defence Forces providing weapons training to Ukrainian personnel. This should include, but not be limited, to: - Any internal correspondence relating to the matter, and in particular but not limited to consideration as to panellists, role or participation of the elected representatives or the members of the public - Related documents such, such as emails, memos, reports, draft programmes Any minutes, records or notes pertaining to any meeting at which this issue was discussed. - Any communications with other government departments or state agencies - All other documentation pertinent to this issue" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "037/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-04", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the release of all records relating to the hire and use of commercial private jets as part of the Ministerial Air Transport Service from January 2022 to date. By this, I mean, any private jet travel hired by the Department in lieu of using the Learjet or any other Air Corps aircraft. Please include any invoices and details of these trips (cost, dates, locations & who was aboard). Finally, please also provide any communication (letters, emails, memos, WhatsApp/text messages) sent or received by the Department relating to the unavailability of the Learjet or any other Air Corps aircraft for the Ministerial Air Transport Service over the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "025/2024", "decision_date": "2024-04-03", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/ Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence, reports of memos in relation to the provision of two modules of drill instructor training in Germany provided by the Defence Forces to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. This should include any internal correspondence, or correspondence with the Defence Forces or Foreign Affairs." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "035/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-02-2024 - 29-02-2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "032/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to apply for the following records. A letter from the Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces to the Tánaiste and Minister for Defence on July 6, 2023 regarding events at McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020. Following the completion of the Mohan report into events at McKee Barracks on 25 June 2020, and reflecting the very serious issues highlighted in the report, the Tánaiste sought assurances from the Chief of Staff that the matter of military sanctions would be reviewed further. The Chief of Staff subsequently provided the Tánaiste with a written response, setting out the sanctions imposed following the 2020 event and the additional actions taken after the publication of the report." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "009/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- Speeches, briefing documents/notes, and presentations from Ireland’s recent CARD meeting. - A list of attendees, and an itinerary of the event." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "030/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records related to this lobbying return filed by IDSA. Searches of any relevant mobile phones, private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "036/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-19", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Could you please indicate how many Maritime surveillance fisheries patrols have been conducted using the new Airbus 295 maritime surveillance aircraft since delivery. Specifically these figures should be Operational maritime patrols and not flights marked in the Amms system as Training flights." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "018/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any reports, briefings, or background materials provided to Alan Shatter or his delegation in preparation for trips to Israel, as well as the itineraries for the trips, if possible." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "024/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records relating to persons working within the Department who have been the subject of disciplinary action between January 1, 2019, and February 6, 2024. Can I request that this information be broken down by year and include the specific disciplinary action taken, the outcome of that action, and the reason for the person being disciplined." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "038/2024", "decision_date": "2024-03-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence and communications between Dept of Defence and NATO or any other relevant parties regarding a named person’s visit to Ireland. - Agendas, schedules, and itineraries for the named person’s visit, including details of meetings, events, and engagements attended during the specified period. - Minutes, notes, or summaries of meetings attended by a named person or involving the DOD during the visit. - Briefings, reports, presentations, or other materials prepared for a named person’s visit to Ireland. - Any agreements, memoranda of understanding, or other official documents signed or agreed upon during the visit. - Any other records related to a named person’s visit to Ireland that are not purely logistical in nature. - If the Department facilitated a meeting between the named person and other parties, please also include records pertaining to the meeting." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "021/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-01-2024 - 31-01- 2024." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "034/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking a copy of the following presentation and the report underpinning it: OIC Public Relations Branch a named person delivered a presentation on research results arising from Public Perception Survey. A named person outlined the results under the following Research Methodology – sample survey of over 1000 Likelihood of Recommending a Career in the DF –increase by 3% Importance in Investing in the DF for Ireland – Increase of 4% Support and reasons supporting additional resources – increase by 3% Importance in investing in European Defence for Ireland – results point to a slightly more inward outlook Perception of Organisational Culture in DF Reasons for negative perception of DF Org Culture" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "016/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The total cost of private jet/plane hire for travel for the Taoiseach between 1st January 2023 and 20th January 2024. 2. 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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "017/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A schedule of flights, both commercial and use of private aircraft, and costs of same taken by the Minister in 2023 • A schedule of all hotels the Minister stayed in in 2023, including hotel name and cost per night while on official State business outside of the State. • All discretionary spending (meals, transport etc.) by the Minister on each trip. • The same information as above (flights, hotels, discretionary spending) in respect of all accompanying staff and advisers" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "033/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-22", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Handled outside of FOI", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Could you please provide the exact budget allocated by the government the defence forces in Ireland. Could you provide this figure before 5pm today?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "029/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A list of Department purchases of military equipment, including defensive and surveillance equipment such as UAVs/drones, from a named company and/or a named company since 2018 • A list of all purchases of military equipment, including defensive and surveillance equipment such as UAVs/drones, from 2 x named companies since 2018 • A list of Department purchases of military equipment, including defensive and surveillance equipment such as UAVs/drones, from Israel Aerospace Industries since 2018 • A list of purchases of military equipment, including defensive and surveillance equipment such as UAVs/drones, from any other Israeli companies to include the name of the company, the item(s) purchased and the cost per year since 2018" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "007/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records related to named person’s meeting with the Irish Defence and Security Association during Named Person’s visit to Ireland last year. Records can include parallel communications via text and Whatsapp, briefing notes etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "028/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Details of all payments made to Israeli based companies by the Department of Defence to include the equipment/service purchased, the amount being purchased, the company in receipt of payment and the date of payment. I request the information going back to the start of 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "013/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records held by the Department of Defence related to any training, education, or deployment of Israel Defense Forces (IDF) personnel in Ireland. To assist in processing this request, I am seeking all relevant records, including but not limited to: - Correspondence, emails, and memoranda related to any requests, approvals, or denials for IDF personnel to receive training or education in Ireland. - Documents outlining the nature, scope, and objectives of any training or educational programs provided to IDF personnel on Irish soil. - Records of any official engagements, meetings, or events involving IDF personnel and Irish Defence Forces officials within Ireland. - Agreements, memoranda of understanding, or other formal documents regarding cooperation or engagement between the Irish Defence Forces or Irish Department of Defence and the IDF. - Reports, assessments, or evaluations pertaining to the impact or outcomes of IDF personnel training or deployment activities with the Irish Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "026/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-12", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records in relation to diversity, gender and unconscious bias training provided for the staff of the Irish Defence Forces. I would like the records to include the names of any external entities providing this training and the costs of such training provided by external trainers." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "014/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a copy of all emails and letters received from Malcolm Noonan TD in relation to the 20,000 plus Palestinians killed by the Israeli army for the year following timeframe?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "022/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Memorandums or documents related to the sniper training course held in Dublin Port in 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "023/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-07", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/ Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal correspondence or reports related to the use of the government jet; or any such with the Department of Defence; since Jan 1 2023. I understand a similar request may have recently been granted to media, and am happy to accept such in lieu in the processing of the above request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "011/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between the Head of the Department’s Civil Defence Branch and people working in the Civil Defence College in relation to the rollout of the Volunteer and Equipment Management System (VEMS) since the beginning of 2022. Copies of any and all reports into the testing of the VEMS user interface since January 2023. Copies of any complaints made to Civil Defence College in relation to the VEMS system and the responses from the college to the complaints since January 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "012/2024", "decision_date": "2024-02-01", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "004/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions and associated records: - Defence 01035-23: Recruitment brief – November 2023 - Defence 00918-23: Award of Framework Agreement to ACC Aviation for MATs Contingency Arrangement - Defence 00991-23: Ministerial Air Transport Aircraft Project - Memo for Information - Defence 00982-23: HSA correspondence to the Defence Forces - Defence 00968-23: Unplaned travel request - FOCNS request for permission to leave the state I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/8/2023 - 30/12/23." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "015/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-31", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A record of all training or other services provided by a named company to Departmental Staff since 2015, along with a record of all payments made for the provision of such services." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "020/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am requesting the release of invoices for accommodation costs for the Minister, any Ministers of State and any staff accompanying them on their trips abroad for St Patrick's Day last year (with a breakdown of costs related to each person who travelled). I am also requesting the release of details of any gifts purchased for the trips, who they were intended for, and associated costs." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "003/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-12-2023 - 31-12- 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "005/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I've been unable to find information on the legal basis for Military Police arrest powers/detain powers. I'm curious about their authority to arrest/detain both defence personnel and civilians. Given their role in checkpoints and government building security, could you please refer me to the exact legislation outlining their powers?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "148/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal correspondence between officials in the Department, including with the Minister, and including also with other Government Departments, regarding possible changes to the Triple lock from the period Monday 19 Dec 2022 to date" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "158/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to receive copies of the following records under the FOI Act for the following records related to the use of Micheal Martin’s name and image in scam adverts to cover the period 1 October 2023-present. • Copies of any memos, briefing documents or other reports on the scam adverts using Mr Martin’s name and image. Prepared by departmental staff, ministerial advisory team, and/or by Fianna Fail and shared with departmental staff, ministerial advisory team and/or the Minister • Any communication between Ministerial advisory staff and/or departmental staff and Fianna Fail staff or members about scam adverts using Mr Martin’s name and image. Please include attachments." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "008/204", "decision_date": "2024-01-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "An up to date organisational map of the Department of Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "001/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. any submission(s) your organisation made to the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in relation to that Department's review of the FOI Acts, 2. any record which is an analysis* of FOI requests received in your organisation in 2022, and 3. any record which is an analysis* of FOI requests received in your organisation in 2023. I recognise that the record mentioned at 3. above may not exist on 2 January, 2024. Please either provide an analysis (if it exists) or requests received up to 30 November 2023, or (preferably) delay processing of this part of my request until an analysis of the complete year exists. *An analysis might include any of the following data - • number of requests received, granted, part granted or refused, • number of requests per section of your organisation, • number of requests by topic, • number of requests by requester (anonymised), • number of requests by category of requester (e.g. individual, journalist, lobby group, etc.), • number of requests withdrawn, • number of requests which attracted fees, • total amount of fees paid, • number of time extensions applied, • number of internal reviews, • number of appeals to Information Commissioner, or any other parameter regarding FOI requests which your organisation tracks." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "156/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-10", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence, documents and records since January 1st, 2023 relating to the Irish Defence Forces providing weapons training in Ukraine. This should include, but not be limited, to: - Any internal correspondence relating to the matter, and in particular but not limited to consideration as to panellists, role or participation of the elected representatives or the members of the public - Related documents such, such as emails, memos, reports, draft programmes Any minutes, records or notes pertaining to any meeting at which this issue was discussed. - Any communications with other government departments or state agencies - All other documentation pertinent to this issue." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "006/2024", "decision_date": "2024-01-08", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would be obliged if you could furnish me with the following information in relation to the operation of the Civil Service Code of Discipline Circular 19/2016 in the Department of Defence. 1. Total number of Civil Servants in the Department of Defence. 2. How many disciplinary meetings have taken place in the Department of Defence since 1st October 2020. 3. Breakdown of each grade who attended a disciplinary meeting in the Department of Defence since 1st October 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "140/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "We were wondering if the Department of Justice can provide the following information Our deadline for a response on the below is Saturday November 11th. • The number of US Soldiers who have been granted exemptions to carry weapons on-board inbound or outbound flights to Shannon Airport this year. • A statement as to why these exemptions were granted. • Additionally, can the Department confirm that all flights leaving Shannon with US troops on board carrying weapons were not in transit to a conflict zone or military base and were not involved in intelligence gathering missions. • Additionally can the Department confirm what protocols are in place at Shannon Airport to ensure that arriving and departing US military aircraft are not involved in intelligence gathering missions, are unarmed, not transporting ammunition and are not in transit to a warzone." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "135/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- All information related to the recent visit of the European Defence Agency (EDA) Chief Executive, Jiří Šedivý, to Ireland for high-level talks with Micheál Martin, Tánaiste and Minister of Defence, and other senior officials from both the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces. 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. Can you refine the search to begin from one month before the talks?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "134/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- All records, correspondence, meeting minutes etc. associated with this lobbying return. - All other mentions of the Permanent Defence Force Other Ranks Representative Association ( PDFORRA) in correspondence to and from the department, going back one year. 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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "155/2023", "decision_date": "2024-01-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-11-2023 - 30-11-2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "153/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-29", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "3. I would also like to receive any minutes of meetings from within the Dept of Defence Management Board, Strategic Management Committee or Senior Leadership Forum, that discussed the actions and operation of either or both these Emergency Civil Assistance Teams after their respective activities were completed." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "154/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-29", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. A copy of all reports following internal investigations 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 to date. 2. A copy of all reports following consultation for the years 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 to date. 3. The cost of each report." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "161/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-22", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am conducting some independent research on the topic of UFO's / UAPs in my spare time. I would like to make a freedom of information request for any references to UFOs / UAPs that your department has in your records from 2010 to 2023. Also I would like any and all information regarding any UFO encounters that your department has on record from the beginning of your records. Would this be possible? I am sure you have seen the recent UAP news from the US so I am just curious if there has been any encounters in this part of the world." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "150/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• All internal correspondence between officials in the relevant departments regarding the development of legislation to amend the triple lock between January 1 2023 and the date of this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "157/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The total number of sick days taken by civil servants in your department in each year from 2010 to 2023 (or as far back as your records go) inclusive (2023 including sick days taken in the year to date). Please provide the information in the form of a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet with the year down the side and the number of sick days in the corresponding cell." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "147/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for esubmissions given to the Minister (for reference, I am drawing these from a list released under FOI/00123/2023) 1. Defence 00815-23 Correspondence to RACO on Working Time Directive and related matters 2. Defence 00681-23 Submission to Minister on the Disposal of the decommissioned Naval Service vessel LÉ Eithne. 3. Defence 00610-23 Tánaiste's letter to Minister Donohue 4. Defence 00563-23 Request for IE to seek Observer Status on PESCO Project Critical Seabed Infrastructure Protection" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "146/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the minutes of the senior management committee for the most recent six months for which they are available." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "151/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a copy of any records held referring or relating to an audit or investigation that took place into stock-take adjustments and concealment of transactions at transport technical stores of the Defence Forces in the period 1 Jan 2018 to date" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "142/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all internal briefings prepared for the Minister between 25t September and 9th October 2023. (Note: I am not specifying topics the briefings relate to, this would be for briefings on topics or issues for the Minister, however I do not believe there would be a huge volume in this short period, as such I am not refining it to a specific topic. If you have any queries on this FOI contact me by email)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "136/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "My request below is intended to relate to records created in your own department / office / body, and also only relating to measures taken / proposed in your own department / office / body. I am not seeking records relating to national policy, nor am I seeking records relating to instructions given to bodies under the aegis of government departments (e.g. IDA in Department of Enterprise). Under the Freedom of Information Acts, I wish to request access to the following records - • Any record created since March 2022 which proposed or recommended the discontinuation of Covid19 safety measures such as masking or the use of social distancing • Any record created since March 2022 which records a decision to discontinue Covid19 safety measures • Any record created since March 2022 instructing staff to discontinue Covid19 safety measures. I request access to these records in their original form, and that they be sent by email, please. I will be happy to clarify / refine any aspect" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "138/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• a copy of the current (November 2023) template document used for submissions to the department’s / body’s management board / committee, or to any other internal governance body and • a copy of any instruction or guidance issued since February 2020 to modify submissions to the management board / committee (specifically seeking inclusion or omission of consideration of issues related to Covid19 in submissions - I do not need access to any other changes e.g., for financial controls, or governance changes, or HR issues). I request access to these records in their original form, and that they be sent by email, please. I am not seeking any submissions to the management body - I am looking for (i) the template document from which submissions are created, and (ii) instructions to modify that template or submissions for Covid-related issues." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "133/2023", "decision_date": "2023-12-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: The Minister for Defence’s diaries going back three years. 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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "132/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a copy of the logbook for the Learjet for the following time periods: 14 June to date of receipt of the request, 1 Oct 2022 to 31 Dec 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "130/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-10-2023 - 31-10- 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "129/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions and associated records: - Defence 00843-23 - Defence 00825-23 I wish for my request to cover the period from 1/8/2023 - 31/10/2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "149/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of all Bills or Acts (for both primary and secondary legislation) that have been initiated in and/or passed through the Dáil and Seanad in the last 5 years which have sought to amend existing legislation in a manner that (a) interprets, or (b) amends, or (c) removes, the words ‘woman’ or ‘mother’ in/from the existing legislation in question." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "144/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for the release of all records, both internal and external, relating to the decision to purchase a new Jet Aircraft for Ministerial Air Transport." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "123/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all e submissions sent to the cabinet minister in your Department during the period July 01-Oct 10 of 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "125/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• All correspondence between the National Cybersecurity Centre and the Department between March 1 2023 and October 15 2023 • All advice given to staff at the department related to cybersecurity and personal devices in 2023" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "139/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All emails sent to the department mentioning the Loyalist Communities Council (LCC) going back six months. Please include any responses from the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "131/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence, including internal memos, letters and meeting minutes concerning the making in Ireland of the film Barry Lyndon (also known in its early stages as The Luck of Barry Lyndon) in 1973/1974 with particular reference to any assistance provided by Dept of Defence and/or then Defence Minister Patrick Donegan in obtaining permissions etc for filming. Also same in relation to the departure of the film unit in February 1974 because of alleged death threats made against the film unit and/or the director Stanley Kubrick by the IRA or others. Please include any correspondence, documents, minutes etc about these death threats, as to their legitimacy and source. Also any information regarding release and use of Irish army soldiers for battle scenes in the movie (several hundred were involved from Kilkenny, Clonmel and Fermoy" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "141/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all the countries to whom Ireland has provided both military assistance and military training over the last five years. Please include where possible regiments, battalions etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "120/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- A copy of the pre-budget submission from your Department to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2024. A copy of any cover, explanatory or accompanying letters sent by the Minister or Secretary General of your Department along with the pre-budget submission. A copy of any response received from the Department or from D/PER." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "127/2023", "decision_date": "2023-11-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request access to the contracts register for your department/ office / body, excluding any contract for security-related services, systems or processes, and also excluding any commercially sensitive information I do not wish to know the value of any contract, nor do I need to know the name of the supplier of the service / goods. My interest lies in establishing the range of services and goods purchased by your organisation. If the register contains a description of the" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "115/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: - copies of any high-level documents referring or relating to the ongoing use of psychometric testing as part of Defence Forces recruitment. - copies of any correspondence between the department and the DF chief of staff with regard to the ongoing use referred to above. Both parts of this request to cover the period since 1 Jan 2023. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "116/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking a list of esubmissions submitted to the Minister for Defence through the e-submissions channel. I wish for my request to cover the period from 01-09-2023 - 30-09- 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "124/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The number of staff at the Department who earn more than €100,000 per year. 2. The number of staff at the Department who earn less than €28,000 per year. 3. What is the salary of the highest paid worker at the Department and what is the salary of the lowest paid worker at the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "118/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-20", "requester_type": "Business Interest Group", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am looking for the ARUP consultant report into Cathal Brugha Barracks please. I assume, as this is one record, it is very easily retrievable?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "111/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-16", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the release of all records relating to the meeting held between the Secretary General of the Department of Defence, Jacqui McCrum, and the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre, as listed here. This should include, but is not limited to, records of any meeting minutes, meeting notes, a list of attendees, briefing material," }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "119/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-06", "requester_type": "Business/Interest G r o u p s", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would request you to respond to questions included in the a t t a c h m e n t . ( A t t a c h m e n t c o v e r s q u e s t i o n s o n I T e q u i p m e n t ) For any reason if you are unable to open the attachment do let me know. I can then send the questions within the email itself. Please note: If you do not have records relating to the questions in the attachment, please pass on this request to your IT department to provide us with the required information." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "114/2023", "decision_date": "2023-10-03", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would be grateful if you could provide me with the following information as of 01 Sept 2023. 1. The combined number of NCOs and Ptes (or equivalent rank) in receipt of a pension with 22 and more years service. 2. Of this number, the number who are 66 years of age and older." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "109/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Documents related to plans to demolish derelict housing at the Curragh and interventions by the Tánaiste and or officials on his behalf to stop the demolition of this housing and any other housing owned or managed by the Department as referenced by the Tánaiste in the Dáil in February of this year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "92/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: - a record of how much the Defence Forces was paid through the sale of its AML vehicles. - a record of who the buyer of the above vehicles was. - a copy of the contract for sale (or other such similar record) associated with the disposal of the above vehicles." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "102/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-26", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Good day FOI team, please can I request answers to the following questions. • If you use an IT Service Management solution (aka ITSM), please advise what you are currently using? (examples include: ServiceNow, BMC, Freshworks, 4ME, Hornbill, ManageEngine, Ivanti etc) Please provide the platform name. • If possible, please also provide the previously utilised solution and reason for change. • When is your current ITSM platform contract due for renewal? Please provide month/year. • Who (if there is one) is your current supplier of professional and managed services for your ITSM platform? • If this is managed internally, please confirm the same. • How many user licences do you have for your ITSM platform? • Who is the principal contact for IT Services within your" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "112/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-26", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please provide the record (and details/information therein) which relates to the most recent procurement of your ITSM (IT Service Management) solution. The records I’m seeking specifically relate to contract awards for IT Service Management solutions (most likely, your ICT dept/team will know about this – as would I expect your finance dept). Equally, please can I request detail of the contract end date which I would anticipate you will have recorded within your procurement register (or similar). Along the same procurement records lines, please provide the record/s for contract award to whichever supplier is providing IT support and maintenance. If none, then I shall assume this is managed via internal teams." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "105/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-21", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "On behalf of a named company, pursuant to section 12 of the FOI Act, we hereby request copies of all records which are held by, or on behalf of, the Department of Defence (the \"Department\") (including, but not limited to, the offices of Mr Micheál Martin (as Minister for Defence), Mr Simon Coveney (as former Minister for Defence) and Mr Peter Burke (as Minister of State with responsibility for EU Affairs)) in relation to communications between: 1. the Department and Senator Gerard P Craughwell; 2. the Department and all other members of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport and Communications (the \"Committee\" - currently: Joe Carey, Cathal Crowe, Alan Dillon, Martin Kenny, Michael Lowry, Steven Matthews, James O'Connor, Darren O'Rourke, Duncan Smith, Lynn Boylan, Regina Doherty, Timmy Dooley & Gerry Horkan); 3. the Department and all members of the Public Accounts Committee (\"PAC\" - currently: Brian Stanley, Catherine Murphy, John Brady, Colm Burke, Cormac Devlin, Alan Dillon, Alan Kelly, Paul McAuliffe, Imelda Munster, Verona Murphy, James O'Connor & Marc (5 Cathasaigh); 4. the Department and the Department of the Taoiseach; 5. the Department and the Department for Transport;" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "101/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-20", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "In accordance with Section 12 of the Freedom of Information Act, I am requesting access to the following non-personal information from your records 1. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of the Roman Catholic Church (including but not limited to bishops) since 1st March 2023. 2. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of non-Catholic Christian Churches (including but not limited to bishops) since 1st March 2023. I will look forward to a detailed response in relation to these records, within 4 weeks from the date of this correspondence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "103/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-19", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1) The amount of prize money collected from competitions win from horses and riders from DF Equitation School in the years of 2022 and to-date in 2023 in tabular form 2) Of the amount of prize money collected from competitions the percentage of the winnings is awarded to the successful rider and support team eg 66% of all prize money winnings is distributed among rider and support team and the balance of prize winnings is returned to DF vote" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "108/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of any briefing notes, priority lists, or other such documents prepared for the newly appointed head of transformation Brian Molloy." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "107/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-13", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Pursuant to The Freedom of Information Acts we require you to furnish us with the following information:- 1. Rates of Pay for a Private, Corporal, Sergeant and Flight Sergeant from 1997 to date. 2. 24 hour security duty/guard duty for a Private, Corporal, Sergeant and Flight Sergeant from 1997 to date. 3. Tech pay and allowances paid to an Instrument Technician in Avionics payable to a Private, Corporal, Sergeant and Flight Sergeant from 1997 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "106/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for all email correspondence between the Defence Forces and the Department of Defence and/or the Minister for Defence regarding the possible closure of the Curragh Camp Fire Station." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "90/2023", "decision_date": "2023-09-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to apply under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 for the following information relating to correspondence received from the arms industry: A copy of all proposals, advertisements, brochures, sales pitches and similar items received by the Department from representatives of manufacturers of military arms and equipment since July 1, 2002." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "95/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: - the review of vacant former married quarters that was carried out to determine if such accommodation could be brought back to use." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "96/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Minutes of meetings held between the department and the OPW with regard to the provision of short or long term accommodation in Dublin" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "99/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-29", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All supporting tender documentation related to compliance, legal obligations and accuracy related to the award of a contract to Waterford Technologies for the use of its Mail Meter System by the Defence Forces. Specific information: Tender documentation regarding the provision of an email management and compliance platform for the Defence" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "86/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: - The minutes from the meeting between Defence Security Industry and Research Ireland CLG (Irish Defence and Security Association (IDSA)), Minister Simon Coveney, Secretary General McCrum, Deputy Cathal Berry, which took place October 6, 2022. - All records of and minutes from all other meetings that have taken place between Mr Ciaran Murphy and Defence Security Industry and Research Ireland CLG (Irish Defence and Security Association (IDSA)). - All records of and minutes from all other meetings that have taken place between Simon Coveney and Defence Security Industry and Research Ireland CLG (Irish Defence and Security Association (IDSA))." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "98/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following information; • The cost of the Irish contribution to Operation Irini in 2022 and 2023 so far • The number of Defence Forces personnel allocated to working on Operation Irini this summer • Copies of any correspondence between the Defence Forces chief of staff and the Taoiseach re Operation Irini, between 1st March 2023 to 8th August 2023" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "89/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-14", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am a long term resident of ADDRESS LOCATION PROVIDED. I am informed there are plans to move the Army from Cathal Brugha and to re purpose the Army Barracks into social/affordable housing. As a local resident part of a committee, we have several concerns and I am hoping under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I can gain access to some records to better inform local residents. I am advised there is an inter departmental working group between Defence, the Army, Housing and the LDA. Specifically I am requesting all email correspondence associated with the future plans of Cathal Brugha Army Barracks. Also if there are any reports into the repurpusing of the Army Barracks or indeed plans laying out its future. 01 Jan 23 to present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "83/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking copies of the following ministerial submissions: 00385-23 - Unplanned Travel: Oversight of Maintenance and Return of Learjet Aircraft 00283-23 - Briefing Note for the Tánaiste on Capability Development 00201-23 - Unplanned Travel: Oversight of Maintenance Work on Defender and Learjet Aircraft 00129-23 - Recommendation from Chief of Staff to re-enlist former DF personnel 00093-23 - Feasibility Study Cathal Brugha Barracks 00112-23 - Unplanned Travel: Oversight of Maintenance Work on Defender and Learjet Aircraft 00040-23 - Recommendation from Chief of Staff to re-enlist former DF personnel" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "87/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-04", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Legal fees paid by the Department in utilising legal firms and consultancy firms to consult on and answer FOI requests and appeals of FOI requests including appeals to the Office of the Information Commissioner in the past 5 years." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "88/2023", "decision_date": "2023-08-04", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to know how much your Department (including the Defence Forces) spent on advertising through the various forms of media available in the State in 2022 (or the closest previous, non- Covid year). I would like to see the total amount broken down by media type, i.e. : Television Radio Print Online In relation to the total spend on radio advertising, I would like to know the breakdown of that figure by : RTE Radio Other National Radio Local Commercial Radio Community Radio" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "77/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-27", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-any record which lists additional facilities or services recommended or provided in your department / office / body for cyclists since publication of the Government’s Climate Action Plan in 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "78/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-27", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.any records which show or analyse the carbon footprints of persons for whom your department / office / body pays, directly or indirectly, travel expenses (2021 and 2022);" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "75/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-26", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-any record which is a formal delegation of a function or functions by the head of your body under section 20 of the Freedom of Information Act 2014 and which is currently in force. I am not seeking past / revoked / lapsed instruments of delegation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "91/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-24", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please complete the below table in relation to your All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) - Quads - 2-wheel drive & 4-wheel drive off-road vehicles, adding lines as required: ATV Type Year of Purchase Engine Size Make Model Please can I get the information by close of business on Friday 28th July, if not I will enter a formal FOI request for the information." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "73/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-copies of all completed audits – internal and external - conducted by or on behalf of the Department of Defence of all organisations that receive public funding from the Department. The time frame of this request is January 1 2002, to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "71/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-17", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copy of all emails, letters, text messages, whatapp messages and correspondence held by the Dept of Defence in relation to the appointment of the Secretary General of the Department of Defence to the External Oversight Body of the Defence Forces on April 5th, 2023. Can I get a copy of this correspondence between Jan 1st this year and April 5th please?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "72/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of any records held referring or relating to the decision to charter an aircraft for the use of the Taoiseach on his recent visit to Moldova. - copies of any correspondence between the DoD and DF with regard to the above. This request can exclude any records relating to organisation of overflights etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "70/2023", "decision_date": "2023-07-12", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of all correspondence, email and otherwise, sent or received by the Department of Defence, in relation to its compliance with, and obligations under, the National Archives of Ireland Act 1986, specifically, the deposit by the Department of Defence of records for public inspection, their full or partial withholding of records from public inspection, and other policy and decisions relating to this. I would like to view records from 1 January 2016 to present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "67/2023", "decision_date": "2023-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-Copy of all department management board meetings for the calendar year 2023. -A list of all submissions made to the Minister through e-submissions (or any similar system) for the calendar year 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "76/2023", "decision_date": "2023-06-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.any records held in your department / office / body relating to the general principle / policy currently applied by your department / office / body regarding the purchase of carbon offsets when paying for flights, and 2.any records which show whether carbon offsets were either a) paid for in respect of any travel during 2023 which was funded by your department / office / body, or b) included in T&S claims submitted but subsequently disallowed. In relation to 1. above, a copy of the department’s / office’s / body’s current internal office notice / circular on this matter would suffice, but if no formal notice / circular exists, then I request access to all records regarding the drafting or formulation of such a notice / circular." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "65/2023", "decision_date": "2023-06-16", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-all internal documents concerning the decision to host a consultative forum on neutrality, including the selection of the Chair of that forum and the decision to opt for that method rather than a Citizen’s Assembly, in the period Feb 2022 - present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "54/2023", "decision_date": "2023-06-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to get information, documents, emails and correspondence between the Defence Forces, Department of Defence and the independent review group in the 4 weeks before the publication of the final report of the review group on 28/03/23 to include information given to the group by the top brass or civil servants for explanation or context to be included in the report. The report was made public on 28 mar 23, and under foi i would like to know what information was given to the group by the top brass or civil servants for explanation or context to be included in the report. Can I get this on email please? I would like to receive reports, documents or emails sent from, or signed or approved by, civil servants of the department of defence to the independent review group of the defence forces between 01 March and 28 March 2023; from the following people that are named on your website: • Jacqui McCrum Secretary General of the Department of Defence • Clare Tiernan Assistant Secretary for Defence Capability (People) • Aileen Nolan Director of Emergency, Operations and Infrastructure Oversight • Bernie Maguire Assistant Secretary for Defence & Security Policy International & National • Eamonn Murtagh Assistant Secretary for Strategic Change & Capability Development • David Lawler Acting Assistant Secretary Corporate Affairs" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "49/2023", "decision_date": "2023-06-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following please in regard to the operation of the Independent Monitoring Group (IMG) of the Irish Defence Forces circa July 2017 to December 2021; -Correspondence between then Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces Vice Admiral Mark Mellett and Minister with responsibility for Defence Paul Kehoe in regard to the IMG. -Any correspondence, emails, letters etc between the Irish Defence Forces, Department of Defence, Government advisors, Robert Mooney, Ciaran Murphy, Jacqui McCrum and Government ministers Leo Varadkar, Paul Kehoe and Micheál Martin regarding the operation of the IMG." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "63/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-copies of any records held referring or relating to the inadvertent publication of an incorrectly redacted version of the Mohan report online by the department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "61/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-30", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-copy of all emails, text messages, WhatsApp messages or other correspondence within and between the Department of Defence, and the Defence Forces in relation to the Press Release and press relations concerning the release of the Meenan Report on 21 Apr 23 and the 14 days before the release. -a copy of all emails, text messages, WhatsApp messages or other correspondence within and between the Department of Defence, and the Defence Forces in relation to the Press Release and press relations concerning the release of the Mohan Report on 24 Mar 23 and the 14 days before the release." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "59/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-29", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am making an official FOI request for any document, notes or emails that contains an instruction or guidance that states or shows ..... NOT TO ALLOW ANY INCIDENT OF ARMY SEX ABUSE BE REALISED INTO THE PUBLIC DOMAIN" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "60/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between the project team on radar capabilities and the Department of Defence and the Minister of Defence. Minutes of meetings of the project team on radar capabilities. Any briefing notes, correspondence, or documents relating to these meetings. Any briefing notes, memos or documents prepared for the Minister relating to radar capabilities or the project team on radar capabilities meetings. Any correspondence with EU or NATO regarding the project team on radar capabilities or Ireland’s radar capabilities. The period of the request is from Jan 1, 2023 to April 28, 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "66/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-25", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for any records held by the Property Management Branch of the Department of Defence in respect of the former British Army Barracks situate at Fort Camden, Crosshaven, Co Cork and any associated activities which may relate to “Old Rose Cottage”, Crosshaven, Co Cork." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "69/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. How many staff are in your department? 2. How many staff are working from home 5 days per week? 3. How many staff are working from home 4 days per week? 4. How many staff are working from home 3 days per week?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "62/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-16", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Seo iad na taifid atá iarraidh agam ná: Táim ag iarriadh gach leagan den Phlean Gníomhaithe ar son na hAeráide, atá de dhualgas ag gach eagraíocht a bheith acu de réir an Acht Aeráide, le 1.Sonraí iomlán de gach Phleann a bhí agat ó dul-i-bhfeidhm an Achta 2.Dáta ar a foilsíodh gach Plean 3.Dáta ar a chuaigh gach Plean i bhfeidhm 4.An méid airgead, miondhealaithe de réir cúiseanna na gcoastas, a caitheadh ar chruthú agus ar chur i bhfeidhm gach Plean" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "40/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking the following: • All correspondence between the Tánaiste and members of the \"Women of Honour\" Group regarding the report from the Independent Review Group examining the Defence Forces between December 17 2022 and the date of this request • All correspondence between the Tánaiste and members of the Independent Review Group regarding its report examining the Defence Forces between December 17 2022 and the date of this request Correspondence should include, but not be limited to, letters, emails, briefing notes, meeting minutes, text messages etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "44/2023", "decision_date": "2023-05-03", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence related to the support - if any – from the Defence Forces authorised by Dept of Defence for Kilkenny College from 01 January 2018 – 31 March 2023. Supporting information: ‘Support’ to include, but not limited to, materials, miscellaneous stores, inventory and/or use of military vehicles and personnel." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "57/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "•Details of all costs incurred by the Department of Defence in relation to the visit of US President Joe Biden in April 2023. •The details should include an itemised breakdown of costs incurred including but not limited to any building works; catering; vehicle hire; hiring of security infrastructure - barriers etc.; travel; accommodation; gifts etc. and copies of all invoices related to same." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "35/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - a copy of any correspondence between the DF and either the Dept of the Taoiseach or the Air Corps with regard to the availability of the Learjet. This request to cover the period 1 December 2022 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "45/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-24", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence from 01 January 2022 to 31 March 2023 related to the unauthorised access to confidential medical files by an agency nurse in Collins Barracks, Cork. I would prefer to receive this information electronically please." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "26/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for all correspondence and representations received by the Department in relation to the Grace O'Malley ship since January 1, 2021" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "51/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request a copy of the Irish Defence Forces Uniform Regulations" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "31/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of all communications between the Minister/Department of Defence and the Ukraine Contact Group (also known as the Ramstein group) since the group’s establishment in 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "48/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-13", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-Any correspondence or meeting minutes between Tanaiste Michael Martin and the Cannabis Risk Alliance -Any correspondence or meeting minutes between Tanaiste Michael Martin and Prof Bobby Smyth -Any correspondence or meeting minutes between Tanaiste Michael Martin and Prof Mary Cannon" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "43/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am requesting the release of details of email correspondence sent to Minister of State Peter Burkes office from members of the public between 1 January and 31 March. I am specifically seeking the number of emails sent by the public containing the terms \"trans\", \"transgender\", \"transgenderism\", \"gender\", and \"sexuality\" (with a breakdown of the number of emails which mention each term); and also the number of emails sent by the public containing the terms \"eviction\", \"eviction ban\". If possible, the" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "47/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All travel and accommodation costs associated with St Patrick's Day foreign engagements this year, 2023, for senior/junior ministers in the Department of Defence. To include: •costs for both senior and junior ministers in the department. •costs for their advisors & staff. •details and cost of any gift given by same senior/junior ministers during their trips. •details of any gifts received by same senior/junior ministers during their trips." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "33/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for any correspondence or records created (between 1/1/2021 and 24/03/23) within this Department which refer to the International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) for 2023 and also for 2025 held in Abu Dhabi, UAE" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "42/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I’d like to apply for the following document under the Freedom of Information Act. A letter from the Chief of Staff to Hugh Mohan dated November 22, 2022. It's listed on Page 40 of The Mohan Report." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "30/2023", "decision_date": "2023-04-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for copies of the central registers maintained by the Department of Defence, as per its obligations as set out under Department of Public Expenditure and Reform Circular 01/2020:" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "38/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Acts 2014 et al I would like to request copies of records showing details of the costs of travel and associated expenses for all Senior and Junior Ministers and their delegations for the St Patrick’s Day trips to celebrate the day in 2023. To include, but not be limited to, the following: • Records showing the names, positions, titles of those who travelled and their official functions as part of the Department’s delegations this year • Records showing the costs of all travel for every member on each trip • Records showing what class of travel was booked for all travellers" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "36/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-30", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I'm looking for the following questions to be answered in accordance with the Freedom of information act 2014. 1. Is there anyone under Asylum/Refugee status receiving any type of training provided by the department of defence ? 2. Please list types of training being provided. 3. How many Live Army camps are currently or plan on being used to house anyone under Asylum/ Refugee status ?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "24/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to the organisation of ministerial air transport for the Tánaiste's recent trip to Munich & Brussels. If this is likely to be voluminous, I am happy to confine it to records that discuss or deal with options over whether to use the CASA or a PC-12 for the mission." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "28/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking copies of the following in respect of the three years 2020, 2021 and 2022: 1. Certificates for Retention of Departmental Records or Part(s)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "34/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-25", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am researching the long and distinguished career of LtGen Peadar MacMahon, first as Chief of Staff between 1924 - 1927 and then as Secretary of the Department of Defence between 1927 - 1958. 1I have already consulted files in Military Archives for his period as Chief of Staff and now wish to research his 'second' career. I would like to inquire if there exists a series of files linked to the Secretary, distinct from the general registry files. If there is such a series I would be very grateful for permission to consult it." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "22/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for copies of all electronic and paper correspondence on all unidentified aerial phenomena over Irish skies in the last 10 years. The records should include emails and all other electronic records on the number of unidentified aerial phenomena and all descriptions of these objects and records of how, when and where they were seen. The records should include all statements and descriptions made on the unidentified aerial phenomena." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "20/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all e submissions sent to the cabinet minister in this Department from January 1, 2022 to the current date" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "18/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-07", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "In reply to the above referenced questions (141, 142 & 143) tabled to you (Minister) by John Brady TD during Dail Eireann Debate, Wednesday-1 June 2022. You (Minister) requested \"additional time for a search to be carried out with Military Archives to determine if any such information exists\". Under the above-mentioned FOI act can you kindly forward me the findings of the search." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "08/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for any correspondence between the Air Corps and the Dept Of Defence regarding any restriction on the use of the PC12 for MATS flying with either the Taoiseach or the President." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "14/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A copy of the report by Hugh Mohan SC on the external review of events in McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020, received by the Department before Christmas • Correspondence with An Garda Siochana referring on the report by Hugh Mohan SC on the external review of events in McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020 • Correspondence with the Defence Forces referring on the report by Hugh Mohan SC on the external review of events in McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "17/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of a Price Waterhouse Cooper Report into the use, purchase and operation of a jet for Ministerial Air Transport Service operated by the Irish Air Corps" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "13/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the minutes of all meetings from the Defence Forces working group that are developing the Transgender Policy for the Defence Forces and a copy of any recommendations or reports that this group has produced in 2022 and 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "29/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-02", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "My preferred form of access is to receive digital copies of the records as held by your department. In accordance with Section 12 of The Freedom Of Information Act 2014, I request access to records which are: NON-PERSONAL. I REQUEST THE FOLLOWING RECORDS: ALL DEFENCE FORCES REGULATIONS ARTICLES, PARAGRAPHS, SUBSECTIONS AND AMENDMENTS OF THE IRISH DEFENCE FORCES REGULATIONS, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS THE DFR's. (Eg. DFR A.11 or DFR A.7) The Regulations I refer to are ALL the Regulations with which all serving members of the Defence Forces are subject to under the Defence Act 1954 that are not readily available to view in the published Defence Act 1954. I request all these Regulations and Articles and there given Paragraphs and Information within said Articles." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "11/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of inspection reports, service reports, and all other documentation including invoices provided by pest control companies in respect of services supplied to the Dept of Defence in 2022. - the total amount paid to pest control companies and contractors for goods and services supplied to the Dept of Defence in 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "12/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. A copy of the financial appraisal and economic assessment conducted by PriceWaterHouseCoopers on the future of the MATS and the costs associated with carrying out the report. 2. A copy of the Strategic Assessment Report and Preliminary Business Case produced by the Ministerial Air Transport Service Review Group." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "15/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between the office of the Minister for Defence and the Office of the Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces on the military police investigations into events at McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020. The timescale can range from June 26, 2020 to February 7, 2022 and should cover both Chiefs of Staff in place during this period. A copy of the report from the Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces on events at McKee Barracks on June 25, 2020 provided to the Minister for Defence on Friday, January 28, 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "16/2023", "decision_date": "2023-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to obtain all notes, records and correspondence exchanged between the Department and Defence Forces Headquarters concerning the implementation of the plan to provide additional resources to the military following publication of the report by the Commission on the Future of the Defence Forces. I also wish to obtain copies of all notes and briefing records provided to the Minister of Defence on his assuming office." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "09/2023", "decision_date": "2023-02-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for any correspondence between the Air Corps and Dept. of Defence relating to the use of the CASA Maritime Patrol aircraft for Ministerial Air Transport Missions, specifically for the month of January 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "23/2023", "decision_date": "2023-02-22", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Can you supply me with the number of full working days the current Minister Of Defence has spent in Department of Defence HQ, Newbridge in his office, since taking the role of Minister of Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "010/2024", "decision_date": "2023-02-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all invoices paid by Civil Defence since January 2022 for the development of the Volunteer and Equipment Management System (VEMS). The total amount of money paid by Civil Defence in relation to the development and rollout of VEMS. The amount of money VEMS costs Civil Defence monthly." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "19/2023", "decision_date": "2023-02-13", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to request the following information under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. I am not sure which department this should be directed to but suspected it would be either the department of the environment or the department of defence. My request is based on concerns raised by numerous peer reviewed scientific studies, see below, on the impact of stratospheric aerosol injection experiments: • Centre for the Study of Existential Risk, The University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom • Fenner School of Environment and Society, The Australian National University, Canberra, ACT, Australia" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "02/2023", "decision_date": "2023-02-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "10/2023", "decision_date": "2023-02-01", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0127/2022", "decision_date": "2023-01-23", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I request access to the following records which are to be provided in electronic format. For the years 2017 – 2021 that the Department provide the following information in tabular form: 1. The Total Number of FOIs received by the Department 2. A Breakdown of the number of Personal v. Non-personal v Mixed 3. The Number of FOIs that received a charge per year or had the applicant pay a cost 4. The Total cost per year for Search, Retrieval and Copying Charges." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "01/2023", "decision_date": "2023-01-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to find out via the Freedom of Information Act the award criteria for the awarding of the Civil Defence Covid medal, first issued to volunteers on the 29th of November 2022. For the avoidance of doubt I do not need an in depth dive on documents or circulars, merely the award criteria that was circulated to Civil Defence Officers, and/or the guidance issued by the Department on the awarding of the medal." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "03/2023", "decision_date": "2023-01-12", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of the department briefing notes issues to the new Minister for Defence on his appointment in December 2022, electronic or otherwise." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0129/2022", "decision_date": "2023-01-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Copies of all briefing material prepared for the new Minister for Defence Micheál Martin; • Copies of all briefing material prepared for the new Minister of State for Defence Peter Burke." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0131/2022", "decision_date": "2023-01-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The most recently updated Department Brief for an incoming Minister, either signed off and delivered to a new minister following the 2022 December reshuffle, or a draft prepared for a possible change of minister but never delivered as the minister wasn't changed." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0123/22", "decision_date": "2023-01-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of any records held referring or relating to the participation/non-participation of the Defence Forces and/or the Department of Defence in the commemorative event as discussed in this newspaper article: https://www.irishtimes.com/ireland/2022/11/25/government-accused- of-marking-the-civil-war-in-anodyne-way-by-not-commemorating- national-army-dead/" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0128/2022", "decision_date": "2022-12-22", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "When Hong Kong was turned over to the People's Republic of China in 1997, the Royal Navy sold the five (5) Peacock Class corvettes, three (3) of which went to the Philippine Navy while the remaining two (2) went to the Irish Naval Service: the LÉ Ciara (P42) & LÉ Orla (P41). Now that I read in various articles (Irish Examiner, Irish Times, Wikipedia) that the said vessels were decommissioned last July 2022. I would like to inquire about the current status of said vessels, since five (5) months have passed from the latest information available. Hopefully, the Philippine Government thru the Philippine Navy & the Government of Ireland thru the Irish Naval Service would have communication with regards to the said vessels. I hope the said vessels would eventually meet her sister ships to add the assets of the Philippine Navy, whether by purchase or donation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0120/2022", "decision_date": "2022-12-15", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am making a formal request for the release of information under Freedom of Information Legislation pertaining to 'Responsible Person in the Controlled Drug/CD Branch HPRA License Application'. I am seeking all documentation and records held in all formats relating to this decision." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0124/2022", "decision_date": "2022-12-08", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any records held by Department of Defence covering the following 1. Name of company who currently supplies your print equipment (multi-functional devices) 2. How many devices do they supply* 3. Start and end date of the contract 4. Details of any extension options 5. What route to market used – ie framework or open competition process* 6. Is this arrangement shared with any other organisation/s? If yes, please name the organisation that heads the contract* 7. Estimated total value of contract, or your annual spend if the contract is shared 8. Primary contact name" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0121/2022", "decision_date": "2022-12-07", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1: 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. That agreed, allowed, and planned for shoot-to-kill, or shoot-to-injure, areas operated by the Irish Military forces guarding Portlaoise Prison. Including the forecourt area outside the South-end boundary wall adjacent to the main Dublin to Cork and Limerick Road in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. 2: 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. Where Portlaoise Prison Officers were fired upon by soldiers on guard duty whilst they were performing their duties in any incident/incidents. 3: 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. This would preclude a member of Portlaoise Prison's senior management from ordering subordinate prison staff into the forecourt area as described in request 1 above without following the agreed standard operating practice or procedures of notifying the Irish military on duty on a specified date. 4: 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" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0115/2022", "decision_date": "2022-12-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between the DF Chief of Staff and either the Minister for Defence or Department Secretary General in the period 1 September to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0116/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence (letter/email) received by the Minister for Defence in regard to the operation of the Military Medicine Specialist Training Scheme in the Defence Forces, and in regard to the availability of medical officers/medical provision in the Defence Forces. The correspondences would date from 1 January 2019 to 2 November 2022. I also request any replies to these correspondences from the Minister." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0117/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all e submissions sent to the cabinet minister in this Department during August, September and October of 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0119/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The Departmental risk register" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0107/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All internal department emails chains discussing the Building the Ecosystem event, identified by inbox searches for the word \"protest\"/\"demonstration\", by the defence research technology and innovation unit, between 1st September and 6th October. 2. The final list of speakers for each talk and panel for the event." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0113/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence for years 2020/2021 re: The number of complaints of bullying received by DOD and number of complaints of sexual harassment received by DOD." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0108/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-11", "requester_type": "Solicitor", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records pertaining to the Insurance cover required to be taken out by a named Building Contractor for the weeks undertaken by it at Pearse Barracks on behalf of the Department of Defence. All records pertaining to the mechanical works undertaken by a named subcontractor to include in particular all records touching on or relating to the contractual arrangements between the two companies." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0111/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the pre-budget submission from your Department to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2023. A copy of any cover, explanatory or accompanying letters sent by the Minister or Secretary General of your Department along with the pre-budget submission. A copy of any response received from the Department or from D/PER." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0118/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal department records, internal emails relate to decisions on who to invite to the Building the Ecosystem conference held on 6th October, by the defence research technology and innovation unit, between 6th September and 25th" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0112/2022", "decision_date": "2022-11-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. How many soldiers have purchased their discharges in order to leave the Defence Forces in each year of 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 in table form. 2. How much has the Defence Forces been paid in total by soldiers purchasing their discharge in each of the years 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. 3. A breakdown of the names of the companies that purchased discharges on behalf of soldiers over the years 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. 4. A breakdown of the ranks and specialty skills of all soldiers who purchased their discharge from 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022. 5. A copy of all correspondence between the Defence Forces and the office of the Minister of Defence regarding concerns about the number of soldiers purchasing their discharges between January 2021 and October 2022. 6. A copy of all correspondence between the Defence Forces and the office of the Minister of Defence regarding concerns about soldiers leaving the Defence Forces to join private companies between January 2021 and October 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0114/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-28", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please can you respond to the following questions regarding the procurement of your IT software licensing agreement? 1. Can you confirm what year you moved to O365. 2. If you have answered question 1, can you please advise of the partner/reseller/entity/team you used to negotiate the move to O365. 3. Are you currently using, or have you ever used the “FromSA” product SKU in your Microsoft Office 365 software licensing agreement? 4. Do you have an overarching agreement or Memorandum of Understanding with Microsoft? 5. If yes to question 4, please can you supply the name and copy of the agreement or Memorandum of Understanding. 6. Did you “relinquish/trade-in/levy up/buy back/upgrade/ transition (or any other terms including, but not limited to, the terms provided for your perpetual licences to be retained) the ownership of your prior perpetual licences to obtain discounts from Microsoft for subscription licences?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0109/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-26", "requester_type": "Business/ Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for the Full Number; Rank, Name; DOB; address at date of Retirement; Unit Detail; date [ s ] of retirement of the Officers, NCOs, and Private Soldiers who retired before 01 August 1990, and who were in receipt of Military Service Allowance payments, at their date of Retirements and a copy of an agreed report of May 1991." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0110/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for a copy of all records to the Department of Defence from multinational companies, the IDA and Eirgrid regarding the provision of security for undersea data cables which land in Ireland and provide internet connectivity. The date parameters of this request are March 1st to Oct 7th 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0094/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all documents and communications held by the Department relating to the decision to withdraw Defence Forces personnel from the MONUSCO mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo in August 2022, specifically documents and communications within the Department of Defence and/or with other Government Departments generated before, during and after the withdrawal." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0106/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- A breakdown of the detail of sales of all obsolete and/or used military equipment by the Defence Forces in the past twelve months. The information provided should include a detailed list of the equipment sold (name, number and use), the prices realised, the method of sale, and the recipient/purchaser. - A breakdown or inventory of items damaged beyond use, deemed uneconomical to repair, or no longer of use by the Defence Forces in the past twelve months. Broken down as above in as much detail as possible." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0104/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please confirm if your Minister uses WhatsApp for official government business and/or for exchanging messages with officials and colleagues. Please confirm if your Minister stores or deletes WhatsApp messages relating to government business or to and from officials and colleagues. Please confirm if your Minister has downloaded Signal on their work mobile phone. Please confirm if your Minister uses Signal for official government business and/or for exchanging messages with officials and colleagues. Please confirm if your Minister uses a private email account for official government business and/or exchanging messages with officials and colleagues. Please provide any guidance that has been issued to your Minister on the use of messaging systems, such as WhatsApp or Signal. Please send screengrabs of all WhatsApp messages in relation to government business sent to and from your Minister's work phone on September 27, 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0096/2022", "decision_date": "2022-10-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any emails between the department and the Air Corps with regard to the mission to extract officers and equipment from the DRC. This request to cover the period 1 Aug 2022 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0101/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-29", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1) A copy of your customer complaints procedure. 2) The number of complaints received from September 1st, 2021 until September 1st, 2022. 3) The number of complaints resolved satisfactorily. 4) The number of complaints that were escalated to the Ombudsman's Office. 5) The number of complaints that are still outstanding." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0097/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of reports the Defence Forces Chief of Staff sent the Minister for Defence on the number of cases of bullying and harassment between 1st January and 10th August 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0102/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records of all payments made by Department of Defence for products manufactured by a named company since 2011. For your information, these products relate to CCTV technology. I seek the information broken down by year and the type of product/service which was being purchased." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0093/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A complete list of vacant/unoccupied properties owned by the department and the agencies/bodies under its aegis, including the name and address of each property, and its zone status (eg residential, commercial, industrial)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0098/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-09", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for information on officer retention in the Defence Forces, particularly with a focus on the period following the reorganisation of 2012 including the following; 1. The number of commissioned officers broken down by rank who applied for Special Leave Without Pay and Allowances for the purpose of a career break in each year since 2012. 2. The number of commissioned officers broken down by rank who applied for Special Leave Without Pay and Allowances for the purpose of a career break in each year since 2012 and whose application was granted. 3. The number of commissioned officers broken down by rank who applied for Special Leave Without Pay and Allowances for the purpose of a career break in each year since 2012 and whose application was not granted with a summary of the reason why not granted for each case. 4. The number of commissioned officers broken down by rank who submitted an application from 2012 to 2022 for Special Leave Without Pay and Allowances for the purpose of a career break for a career break to commence in 2022 or 2023 and whose application has not been processed i.e. is awaiting a decision. 5. To furnish a copy of the policy on Special Leave Without Pay and Allowances for Commissioned Officers to aid my understanding of the process. 6. Has there been a change in policy regarding officer career breaks? If yes, to furnish a copy of the policy. 7. The establishment and strength of officers in the Defence Forces broken down by rank for each of the years since 2012." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following: • The Department’s Records Management Policy. • Any guidelines, procedures or manuals compiled as part of the Department’s Records Management programme, including Records Retention/Disposal Schedules. • The minutes of meetings held during 2021 and 2022 by any records management committee, steering group or similar body operating within the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0086/2022", "decision_date": "2022-09-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all e submissions sent to the senior minister during Q2 of 2022" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0085/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all email correspondence between the Department and the Naval Service with regard to this year's Beaufort Cup." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-16", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Details of the number of army houses on the Curragh or in Kildare Town. 2. Who owns the houses? 3. Who has responsibility for the houses? 4. Any information that you may have on the condition of these houses. 5. How many houses are habitable, occupied? 6. How many houses are uninhabitable? 7. How many houses are boarded up? 8. Copies of any reports on the houses. 9. Copies of any reports on proposals for future uses of the properties." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0089/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-15", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "With respect to the negotiations surrounding the inclusion of Military Service Allowance for pension purposes for members of the Defence Forces. I understand that at the time there were negotiations between members of the Defence Forces Representative bodies, and I believe that the Dept. of Finance would also have been involved. As such I request copies of the following from all who had input to these negotiations: - Contemporary Notes - Emails/letters/memos - Reports/research - Any additional correspondence relating to MSA. In addition, please supply what organisation represented the following groups: - Commissioned Officers - NCOs and Privates - Retired Commissioned Officers - Retired NCOs and Privates" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0091/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-11", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/ Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I request a copy of all correspondence regarding the provision of Search and Rescue Helicopter or fixed wing services between the Department of Defence and/Irish Air Corps and the Department of Transport and/or the Irish Coast Guard. In the period July 2021 and July 30th 2022. This should include the following: Letters Fax Email Memo and or Notes of Meetings Diaried meetings between the - Irish Air Corps and the Department of Transport and/or Irish Coast Guard - between the Department of Transport and the Department of Defence and/or Irish Coast Guard" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0078/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records showing all costs associated with the Defence Forces School of Music in each of the years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0088/2022", "decision_date": "2022-08-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• a record/database/spreadsheet of the amount of money spent by the DF on the purchase of horses in each of the calendar years 2020 and 2021. • a record of how many horses were purchased in each of those years. • a record/database/spreadsheet of the amount of money paid to the DF arising from the sale of horses in each of the above years." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2022-1204f23f-b74b-44cd-a926-d0bb27ff82ae.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2022", "decision_date": "2022-07-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Russian Embassy in Dublin and the Department of Foreign Affairs on the repair of the gate at the Russian Embassy on Orwell Rd. - The total cost of the repairs and fitting of a new gate at the Russian Embassy - including the invoices. - All correspondence on supplying the Russian Embassy in Dublin with fuel." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0118/2021", "decision_date": "2021-11-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any submissions, memos, reports, or other such overview/review/discussion documents prepared for either the Secretary General or the Minister with regard to the abuse and harassment of female members of the Defence Forces. Covering the period 1 August 2021 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0116/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any briefing documents, reports or memos prepared for the Minister of Defence concerning EUTM Mali or MINUSMA since 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0117/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-27", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown in expenses paid by the Defence Forces to the following positions: 1. Chief of Staff" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0105/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence, documentation, emails, text messages, Jabber discussions relating to any discussions regarding transport aircraft in the Department of Defence since July 2020. Any correspondence and documentation between the Department and Seraph Aviation Group since July 2020 to present. Any documentation offers of aviation transport aircraft to the Irish State by Seraph Aviation Group. Any correspondence between Department of Defence staff or Minister and Stephen Coyle of Seraph Aviation Group. Any correspondence relating to the sourcing or leasing of aircraft for the repatriation of Irish citizens from Kabul, Afghanistan since January 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0097/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all high-level documents referring or relating to an offer of two second-hand C295 aircraft to the department/Irish state and the subsequent decision to decline this offer. This request to cover the period 1 January 2021 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0111/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the submission made by the Air Corps to the Department of Transport for involvement in the Irish Coastguard aviation Search and Rescue (SAR) service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0112/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-12", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any and all communications, including emails, messages on messaging services, and minutes of meetings between Minister Simon Coveney or any of his representatives, and: Any representatives of TCAGSM, Catherine Martin or Jack Chambers Any representatives of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform or Michael McGrath That make reference to the America's Cup, dated from 01/06/20 to 14/09/21inclusive." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0113/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence and documents related to the bid for the 2024 America's Cup held by the Department between the period January 01 2021 and the present day. This should include all emails, memos, text message exchanges and any other form of communications regarding the prospective bid." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0099/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondences between Minister Coveney (or his staff) and Seraph to cover the period November 1, 2020 to January 31, 2021. A copy of any internal documents (briefings, memos, notes, or explanatory documents) relating to the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0102/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All communication in relation to possible purchasing of aircraft from the Royal Air Force between 01/01/2021 and present day." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0103/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence, records or briefings held by the Data Protection Office that relate to any assessment or discussion of Minister Coveney's phone being breached for the time period of July 1st to September 30th, 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0104/2021", "decision_date": "2021-10-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of fees paid to guest speakers/motivational speakers hired during each of the years, 2019, 2020, and the first six months of 2021 A list of appearance fees paid for PR/promotional events guest appearances for each of the years, 2019, 2020, and the first six months of 2021" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0109/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records relating to spending by the Department on media advisers (including staff), PR companies, PR training for staff/ministers, and other relevant expenses for public relations/media events from March 01, 2020, to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0100/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the diversion of the government jet between airports in the UAE. Copies of all records held referring or relating to restrictions placed on Air Corps crew from leaving their base in the UAE." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0114/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-20", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How many external advisors has the Minister for Defence Names of these advisors Qualifications of these advisors What is the procedure for selecting these advisors Is there a limit in the number of advisors that the Defence Minister is entitled to appoint What is the standard financial package and terms of the contract, And any other relevant information." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0095/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-10", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All information including correspondence (including text and whatsapp messages) and documentation, memos held by the Department regarding an event hosted by former Minister Katherine Zappone held in the Merrion Hotel on July 21st 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0098/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records relating to payments made to Hotel Merrion Ltd (t/a The Merrion Hotel) for the period 1 January 2020 - 24 August 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0107/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of current Pay and Pension rates for enlisted personnel." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0106/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-07", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of audio recordings of emergency broadcast systems during the Cold War era dated 1960s or 1970s" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0093/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of documents related to the use of the Government jet in 2020 and 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2021 (Part 1)", "decision_date": "2021-09-02", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "With respect to the Independent Review Group into Jadotville please provide the following: Payments made including separately any expenses or lump sums to (a number of personnel or companies between 2019 and 2021)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0094/2021", "decision_date": "2021-09-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence held by the Department of Defence regarding a nuclear submarine spotted off the coast of Donegal at Malin Head in April of this year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0077/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-30", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence by e-mail and post by all members of the Department of Defence staff to and from the organisation Finabel - European Army Interoperability Centre between the years 2010 and 2020, and All minutes and documentation of any meetings of the Department of Defence that refer specifically to the organisation known as Finabel and to any related organisation between the years 2010 and 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0096/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-27", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records that were supplied to the Inter Departmental Committee to establish the facts of State Involvement in Magdalene Laundries." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0070/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-25", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All documentation relating to the decisions made regarding the Public legal tender process for the sale of Firmount House Clane Co Kildare, by the defence forces in 2011 and all documentation from the Defence Forces, regarding the decision process regarding this sale." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2021 (Part 2)", "decision_date": "2021-08-19", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Payments made including separately any expenses or lump sums to (a number of personnel or companies, between 2019 to 2021)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0080/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any submissions, memos, briefings, reports, reviews or other such overview/discussion documents prepared for either the Secretary General or the Minister with regard to the Jadotville medals report. This request to cover the period 1 April to today's date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0084/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-11", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of circulars, directions, policy guidance or office memos concerning making contact with TDs that submit PQs to the Minister." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0085/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all records held referring or relating to technical issues encountered during a flight by the Learjet to Turkey earlier this year. A record/spreadsheet/database of any costs associated with maintenance/repair of the Learjet incurred during 2021, and 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0091/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A paper copy of the \"Report by the Independent Review Group – Jadotville”." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0086/2021", "decision_date": "2021-08-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records (meeting minutes, agenda, follow up memos, correspondence, etc.) relating to meetings of the Health Threats Coordination Group, a subcommittee of the Government Task force on Emergency Planning held in January, February, March and April 2020" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-28", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representative", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department’s communications unit and the Office of the Government Chief Information Officer (in DPER) from October 2018 to present. All correspondence received by the department’s communications unit in relation to gov.ie." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A spreadsheet/database/inventory of all weapons and/or military equipment that was deemed of no further use since 1 Jan 2017. This record to include details of how much each item was sold for, or whether it was scrapped, and the date of its sale/scrappage. Also, if possible provide a yearly figure for how much was spent scrapping old weapons/military equipment in each year covered by the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-27", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Regarding the government’s LGBTQI strategy to promote the visibility of LBGTQI community: (1) Please provide any records you hold regarding plans to provide gender neutral toilet facilities in the workplace, (2) Please provide any records you hold of discussions around whether people who are transitioning to their preferred gender will be permitted to use the toilets that matches their preferred gender and whether this practice will only apply to holders of a gender recognition certificate." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the chartering of a private jet for use by Minister Coveney and his delegation for his trip to China in late May." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0071/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between the Department and DFA with regard to the following ministerial air transport service flight: 26/05/2021 28/05/2021 295 Baldonnel - Lisbon - Montijo - Lisbon - Baldonnel DFA/Defence Minister plus 5 Copies of any records held referring or relating to the necessity for the Lisbon-Montijo-Lisbon leg of the journey." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0066/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-21", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Have you commenced to roll out diversity and inclusion training in the workplace to promote the visibility of the LGBTQI+ Community? Who is providing this training i.e. in-house training branch or specific organisations such as Teni, BelongTo, Shout Out etc.Have you signed up as members of any of these organisations and please specify which organisations if you have. How many training days will each staff member receive, and is this training compulsory? Please provide a copy of documents/manuals provided for the diversity and inclusion training." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0079/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-14", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All payments made to Caas Ltd in the period 1 January 2010 to 12 July 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0068/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-09", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The yearly total, comprising salaries and other pay and non-pay related expenditure, for all available years, spent by the state on the army in providing security to the us military at Shannon." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between the Department and Twitter with regard to the @DefenceIreland social media account in the period 1 January 2020 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0062/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All payments for legal services made to (Barrister) for the period 1 November 2013 to 8 June 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0063/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-05", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of documents relating to reports and investigation of reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) in the skies over the Republic of Ireland" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0061/2021", "decision_date": "2021-07-01", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence with Rivada Networks." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0058/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-28", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "An unredacted copy of Rivada Network's submission to the Commission of the Future of the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A record/list/spreadsheet/database of the following: Cost to the Defence Forces of damage to civilian vehicles as a result of accidents with military vehicles in 2019 and 2020. Cost to the Defence Forces of damage and repair to military vehicles in 2019 and 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any briefing documents or memos prepared by the department or others for the minister regarding the European Peace Facility (EPF) or the European Defence Fund (EDF) during the period 1 May 2020 to present. Any correspondence between the department and the European Defence Agency pertaining to the EPF or the EDF during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0055/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-21", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Documentation regarding former and current owners and/or occupants of the premises at Military Barracks, Summerhill, Nenagh, North Tipperary." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0056/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-21", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request in relation to the awarded contract for the provision of air ambulance services, specifically for nighttime priority 1 air ambulance cover.The tender was awarded by the HSE to IAS Medical Limited. And commences in June 2021.Hire of aircraft with crew2021/S 093-244274Contract award noticeResults of the procurement procedureServicesAny correspondence between the HSE/ National Ambulance Service and the Dept Of Defence or directly to the Irish Air Corps which may have occurred before the tender was drafted in Nov 2020. Any correspondence which suggests the Irish Air Corps would not be in a position to supply aircraft and crew for the purpose of nighttime air ambulance cover. Specifically this contract and not the previous contract issued in 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0053/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-15", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Information relating to leases of land for Ballincollig Military Barracks within the area owned by the Dept. of Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0050/2021", "decision_date": "2021-06-01", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of the plan proposed by the Department of Defence (on behalf of the Irish Air Corps) in providing Search and Rescue services to the Irish Coast Guard." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0049/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of the business case/cost benefit analysis or other such review/analysis relating to the decision to proceed with the following tender competition: https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/naval- service-to-acquire-four-new-boats-over-coming-years-1.4541768" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0046/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to remarks made by Chris Reynolds about the possibility of awarding a SAR contract to the Air Corps (as per the following newspaper article: https://www.businesspost.ie/ireland/awarding-part-of-search- and-rescue-contract-to-irish-air-corps-will-end-in-tears-55fdc3b5)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0047/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-25", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Handled outside of FOI", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of civilian staff by Job title employed by the Department of Defence working in each military barracks here as of 23 April 2021 in tabular form The number civilian staff vacancies by job title by posts that are filled by employees of the Department of Defence in each military barracks here as of 23 April 2021 in tabular form." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0045/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records of how much has been paid out to members of the Defence Forces as a result of claims lodged for personal injuries sustained in military training at Finner Camp, Donegal, over the past ten years (by year)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0044/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-20", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "What is the policy that allows the Defence Forces to deny a position for reasons of Asthma? What date was this policy written? Has this position ever been reviewed to ensure compliance with modern equality law? Has this policy ever been tested in a court or commision?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0042/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-19", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following Statutory Guidelines: Non-Personal Request pursuant to FOI / GDPR. Copy of DFR A7 and DFR A8 that was extant during my service and more particularly that was in use on the date of my discharge from the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0041/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All social media reports prepared for the Secretary General of the Department of Defence from 1 Dec 2017 - present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0033/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of external legal practitioners (solicitors/law firms and barristers) paid in 2020 and so far in 2021 for services carried out on behalf of the Defence Forces, including the name of the practitioner, the sum paid and, where possible, a general description of the work carried out." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0040/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The amount of money spent by the Department throughout 2020 on taxi services." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0037/2021", "decision_date": "2021-05-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between the Department and DFA with regard to the following ministerial air transport service flight: 27/01/2021 29/01/2021 1095 Zagreb - Ankara - Hatay - Zagreb - Luxembourg - Baldonnel DFA Minister plus 5." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0035/2021", "decision_date": "2021-04-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to a press query submitted to the Dept. of Defence regarding the evacuation of officers from a mission in Goma. Copies of all records held referring or relating to the management/processing of an FOI request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0032/2021", "decision_date": "2021-04-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held relating or referring to the decision to vaccinate Defence Force members ahead of overseas duties. This request to cover the period 1 February 2021 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0027/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The overall amount spent on UAVs between 1 January 2018 and date of request. The amount spent per each individual UAV procured in that period. The model name of each individual UAV procured in that period. The overall budget for any drone project/team/division per year during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-26", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence sent or received by the Secretary General or Assistant Secretaries that reference the (now defunct) Twitter account @DefenceIreland (Defence Ireland) or other anonymous Twitter accounts critical of the department. To cover the period 2018-2021 and to include current and former staff." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence noted in this lobbying return: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/68701/huawei-ireland Any memos, internal correspondence, reports created as a result of this correspondence. Meeting minutes created as a result of this meeting and any follow up documentation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0006/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all audits completed by the internal audit division in 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0015/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-12", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any contact since December 2020 between the Dept. of Transport and Dept. of Defence be that by email, or text message, that concerns the Irish Air Corps becoming involved in Operating Search and Rescue services." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0020/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-10", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "\"Air Corps Air Traffic Controllers: A joint civil/military Working Group is currently sitting in order to propose courses of action for the future guaranteed provision of Air Traffic Control services in Baldonnel. However, this Working Group will focus on training and staffing matters as opposed to financial remuneration issues\"" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0016/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-08", "requester_type": "Clients", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How many meetings have been held between the Govt. Nominated contact Veteran bodies Organisation of National Ex-service men and Irish United Nations Veterans Association. In regard to producing the, Irish Veterans Charter. Dates and times and locations of meetings. What proposals have been agreed between the bodies? What plans are there to publish the Agreed charter as laid down in the Govt time line as stated in the white paper?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0017/2021", "decision_date": "2021-03-03", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A Copy of Administration Instruction C.S.4., along with any correspondence the Department has received pertaining to this Instruction from its inception. Any correspondence sent or received by the Secretary General of the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Civil Servant responsible for Communications in the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Special Advisors of the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Assistant Secretary for International Affairs and Legislation of the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Assistant Secretary for Strategic Planning, Capability Development and Corporate Support of the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Director of Emergency, Operations and Infrastructure Oversight of the Department of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020. Any correspondence sent or received by the Assistant Secretary for Defence Capability (People) of the Department" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0014/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the costings estimate used for the new Pilatus PC- 12 to calculate cost per flying hour. - a spreadsheet/database/record of the number of missions carried out so far by the PC-12 to include a category e.g. transport of lab samples to Germany or even just a categorisation like medical etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0010/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The release of correspondence between Simon Coveney and representatives of Huawei between 1 September and 31 December last regarding the company's attempts to have an introductory meeting with the Department. Also notes of any phone calls or minutes of any meetings between Huawei Ireland and the minister regarding the same." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of meeting minutes and related email and letter correspondence regarding meetings between the Dept. and Huawei, between Sep 1 2020 and Dec 31 2020. Details outlined on the lobbying register." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0012/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence (sent and received) between Huawei Ireland and Secretary general Jacqui McCrum and Minister Simon Coveney, between 1st September 2020 and 10th January 2021. Minutes of any meetings between Huawei Ireland and Secretary general Jacqui McCrum and Minister Simon Coveney, between 1st September 2020 and 10th January 2021. Any briefings prepared by the department for Minister Coveney or others, for any meetings with Huawei Ireland between 1st September 2020 and 10th January 2021. Any" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0019/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-22", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to all communications between ABO WIND IRELAND LTD and the Department of Defence in relation to a proposed Windfarm on Kilranelagh Hill. Seeking all such records for the period 1 Jan 2019 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0008/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-16", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Number of engineering staff in your organisation who were paid or reimbursed either in part or full their annual membership fees for Engineers Ireland for the years 2018 and 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0001/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-01", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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”" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0002/2021", "decision_date": "2021-02-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0007/2021", "decision_date": "2021-01-22", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the cost per flight hour of the PC12 aircraft, the total broken down into fixed and variable per flight hour costs." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0101/2020", "decision_date": "2021-01-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the contracts agreed with Pilatus (and any other relevant companies) for the purchase and aftermarket outfitting of the three Pc-12 aircraft delivered to Baldonnell from Colorado in September (namely the aircraft with the markings 281, 282 and 283)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0102/2020", "decision_date": "2021-01-21", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of the Roman Catholic Church during the calendar year 2019, which refers to Military Chaplaincy. 2. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) during the calendar year 2019, which refer to the creation of a review of Military Chaplaincy. It is understood that the content of any such review that discusses possible policy changes, may be exempt from FOI." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0009/2021", "decision_date": "2021-01-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How much did the Defence Forces spent on providing flood assistance during 2016 to County Roscommon? - Specifically looking for information relating to Lough Funshinagh. Any comments or explanatory notes to put the expenditure in context would be very welcome." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0100/2020", "decision_date": "2021-01-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of any correspondence between the Department of Defence and bodies or government departments in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain relating to the assistance provided by the Irish Air Corps in the gorse fires on Slieve Gullion in Co Armagh in July 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0086/2020", "decision_date": "2021-01-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All correspondence between the Minister for Defence and his officials and the Chief of Staff in the Defence Forces over the last year. 2. All correspondence between the Minister for Defence and his officials and the Flag Officer in the Naval services over the last year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0093/2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records of correspondence between the HSE and the Irish Air Corps about the provision of emergency air ambulances. Correspondence between the Irish Air Corps and the Irish Coast Guard about the provision of Emergency air ambulance service. Internal reports including but not limited to draft reports on the provision of an emergency air ambulance service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0099/2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-29", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of the Roman Catholic Church since 1st January 2020, which refers to Military Chaplaincy. 2. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) since 1st January 2020, which refer to the creation of a review of Military Chaplaincy." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0097/2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A breakdown of the number of staff members in the department who took sick leave in 2020, 2019 and 2018. • A breakdown of the number of sick days taken by staff members in the department in 2020, 2019 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0092/2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of public relations agencies engaged by the Department since June 27th 2020 to now, the fees payable, contract duration and purpose of engagement. In the alternative, I would like to request a copy of all contracts signed between the Department and public relations agencies / external advisors from the 27th June 2020 to the present date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all of the complaints made to the Army Pensions Board since January 1st, 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 10 2020", "decision_date": "2020-12-07", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0083/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-30", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All submissions and lobbying information received relating to the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill/ Act received in 2017 and 2018. All correspondence received by your department from all other Government Departments and public representatives relating to the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill/ Act received in 2017 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0084/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the pre-budget submission from your Department to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2021. A copy of any cover, explanatory or accompanying letters sent by the Minister or Secretary" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0085/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any Correspondence between the Department of Defence (at the grade of APO and higher) and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in respect of Budget 2021. I'm looking for the information in the timeframe of 1 April 2020 and 13 October 2020 inclusive." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-27", "requester_type": "Staff", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of cover letters and any Documents forwarded to An Garda Síochána with regards to Protected Disclosure." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0080/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-19", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records of communication in 2016 and 2017 between the DOD and / or the Defence forces to either the Dept. of Transport and / or the Irish Coast Guard advising them of the unavailability for a significant period of time of the CASA aircraft for the purpose of SAR Top Cover. The unavailability I understand at the time was due to lack of key staff in Air Traffic Control and Aircraft Pilots." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0070/2020", "decision_date": "2020-11-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between Defence Forces Vice Admiral Mark Mellet and the Minister for Defence between 1st January 2020 and 14th September 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Part Transfer -copies of any submissions/briefings/or other such review, overview, or discussion documents discussing options for this repatriation, including but not limited to the use of the MATS for the repatriation operation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0077/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-29", "requester_type": "Staff", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Information in relation to any agreement made between the Department of Defence C &A Branch & enlisted personnel representative association PDFORRA with regards to Border Allowance and cessation from 2009 to 30th September 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-27", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All Defence Forces regulations articles, paragraphs, subsections and amendments of the Irish Defence Forces Regulations, otherwise known as the DFR's. (Eg. DFR A.11 or DFR A.7.The Regulations referred to are ALL the Regulations with which all serving members of the Defence Forces are subject to under the Defence Act 1954 that are not readily available to view in the published Defence Act 1954." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-26", "requester_type": "Staff", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Part Transfer \"Request all or any correspondence that the Deputy Director of the medical Corp had with the Minister for Defence's office." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0078/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-26", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Have the Air Corps investigated whether they have sufficient fixed wing aircraft & pilots trained to provide 24/7 cover for Search and Rescue (SAR) Services with 15 minute take-off capacity. -Does the Air Corps have a sufficient number of AW139's with trained crew to provide 24/7 SAR Services for: North West, West, South East & East or any one of these areas. Please provide details. -Does the Air Corps have trained Drone operators which could be used to augment SAR operations?-Are the Air Corps currently training crews in: Night Flying, Winch Operations, Medical/First Aid -Which would enable the Corps to engage fully 24/7 in SAR operations. Has the Air Corps investigated the costs associated with providing full SAR services including cost/benefit analysis of aircraft purchase or leasing. - Has any report on the Air Corps ability to tender for the SAR service been prepared for the Officer Commanding the Air Corps Helicopter" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0072/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Part Transfer -the business case, cost benefit analysis or other such document for the decision to send Air Corps pilots to the United States for training - copies of any briefings/submissions or other such reports prepared for the minister or secretary general relating to the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to delays in delivery of Pilatus aircraft from the United States to the" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0071/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all submissions made to the Minister or Ministers of State at your Department using the e-submissions system (or whatever relevant/similar system is in place at your Department) in the period 1st July 2020 to the 15th September. This request is to include the date of the submission and its title. I am not seeking copies of the submissions themselves." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0068/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-09", "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The number of properties best described as Married Quarters (Family homes) owned by the Department of Defence 2. The location of all such properties throughout the state. 3. The number in use today with military personnel occupying 4. The number out of service and boarded up 5. The number of properties being occupied by over holders?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence in 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019 between the department of Defence and the Defence forces where the Defence Forces requested a fully functioning field hospital." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0066/2020", "decision_date": "2020-10-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2020", "decision_date": "2020-09-28", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the text message between two Department staff members with regards to: Copies of any correspondence sent to the Secretary General before the 19th March 2020 making the case for the purchase of 1 PC12 as opposed to the 2 PC12 aircraft offered by Pilatus in March of 2020. Copies of any correspondence before 19th March 2020 between Des Dowling and Maurice Quinn specifically about the purchase of PC12 aircraft." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0064/2020", "decision_date": "2020-09-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any invitations to events sent by email or by post to the office of the Minister and junior minister(s) at the department since their appointment in June. I am also seeking the release of any correspondence sent in response to these invitations, either by the minister(s) themselves or their secretary." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2020", "decision_date": "2020-09-01", "requester_type": "Business/Interest Group", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all documents in relation to the proposed Institute for Peace" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0060/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-28", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any written advice passed from DCOS SPT Office to the Department of Defence relating to the purchase of 2 Pc12 aircraft this year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Submission 00561-19 - Memo from A/SG Des Dowling to S/G Maurice Quinn. Background Speaking Points." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0058/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-27", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records, including email correspondence and memos, pertaining to an issue regarding discontinued Civil Defence uniforms which were collected by a charity in 2017 but subsequently appeared for resale. These should include internal emails and briefing notes from August" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0055/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Access to all correspondence / records relating to the naming of horses in the Army Equitation School since the start of 2016 to include a list of all the new horses named during that period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0056/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of any purchases of computer equipment, mobile equipment, tablets, laptops, any mobile or computer accessories, any electrical equipment or appliances on behalf of any minister at your Department in period between 1st May 2020 and the 28th July 2020.- copies of any requests for additional office space, furniture, decoration, or paintings by any officeholder, minister at your Department in period as outlined above.- copies of the response that was issued in any such instance.- copies of any receipts or invoices associated with the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0052/2020", "decision_date": "2020-08-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the provision of an aide-de-camp to the Tánaiste as part of arrangements for the new government" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0046/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the briefing document drawn up by the Secretary General/senior Dept official outlining the main issues facing the newly appointed Minister for Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0047/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of briefing material prepared by the department for the Minister on his appointment." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0048/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-21", "requester_type": "Oireachtas / Public Representative", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the incoming Minister’s brief on areas covered/ previously covered by your Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0049/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the briefing document prepared for the new minister." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0041/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-14", "requester_type": "Oireachtas / Public Representative", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence and communications of any kind whatsoever between the Department of Defence, its employees, the Minister for Defence and/or his advisers and other civil servants and/or the Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael and/or the Green Party or their representatives regarding their programme for Government negotiations." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0042/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records and correspondence held by the department related to a briefing/presentation on 2020 government formation talks/programme for Government provided to either the Green Party, Fine Gael, and/or Fianna Fáil. (I understand in the Greens case the party supplied departments with a list of queries or questions on their policy objectives in talks, and in most cases departments then provided a presentation/briefing to the Green Party discussing the policy issues. This request would be for records related to that presentation, and associated correspondence, and records related to other similar presentations if they took place provided to Fine Gael or Fianna Fáil) 2. All briefings or analysis compiled by the department on policy proposals as part of the 2020 government formation talks/programme for Government 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0043/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence sent and received by the department secretary general in relation to policy issues associated with the Programme for Government 2020 talks, between 3rd May and 15th June 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0044/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of any incident report relating to the event where a door fell from an Air Corps helicopter as per the following article: https://www.rte.ie/news/2020/0521/1139891- helicopter/" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0036/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the business case, cost benefit analysis or other such document for the procurement of the PC-12 aircraft that is currently in use. Copies of any briefings/submissions or other such reports" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0040/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A database/spreadsheet/record of how much has been spent by the department on clean-up of illegal dumping on the Curragh in the period 2018, 2019, and 2020. Copies of any reports, briefings, submissions, or other such review or overview documents prepared within the department relating to the issue of illegal dumping on the Curragh during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0038/2020", "decision_date": "2020-07-02", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Regarding the sale of the Gulfstream Govt. Jet 251, I would like a copy of the informal advice that the Dept. of Defence sought regarding the sale of the Jet from an Irish Aviation consultant in August 2015. This was referred to in the C&AG report regarding the disposal of the Jet in paragraph 8.15 - https://www.audit.gov.ie/en/Find- Report/Publications/2016/Disposal-of-Government- Jet.pdf" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0034/2020", "decision_date": "2020-06-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A full itemised breakdown of the most up to date Fixed and Variable costings for the following aircraft - Learjet 258, CASA 235, PC12 280, Projected for the new PC12 Spectre fleet, AW139 fleet, EC135 fleet, Britten Norman Defender." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0039/2020", "decision_date": "2020-06-18", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to request a copy of any minutes of meetings and reports drafted by the committee setup by then Minister Simon Coveney to look into the replacement of the Gulfstream Govt. Jet. This committee was chaired by the Dept. of Defence and is referred to in para 8.36 of the C&AG report on the sale of the Gulfstream." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2020", "decision_date": "2020-06-17", "requester_type": "Oireachtas / Public Representative", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of Ireland's involvement in all military missions under the aegis of the EU's Common Security and Defence Policy since 2011, to include details on the number of personnel involved in each mission, the services provided and roles fulfilled by Irish personnel in each mission, and the assets committed by Ireland to each mission." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0032/2020", "decision_date": "2020-06-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all invoices/receipts associated with St Patrick's Day travel for the department in 2020. A record of how much was spent by the department. A record of how much of this money was recouped/could not be recouped." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0029/2020", "decision_date": "2020-05-25", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am requesting information with regards to the annual cost of maintaining the Reserve Defence Forces annually for the past 5 years. I would also request that these costings be broken down in categories for example wages, uniforms, equipment excluding uniforms." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2020", "decision_date": "2020-05-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to the issue of keeping up flying hours on board the government jet during the COVID-19 crisis. This request to cover the period 1 March 2020 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0026/2020", "decision_date": "2020-05-08", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the normal course of C&A business, RACO sought confirmation, that the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPER) was requested by the Department of Defence (DOD) to pay the Military Service Allowance (MSA) to Cadets, and that a refusal was received by DoD in writing. In doing so, RACO sought a written copy of this refusal. In response, DOD advised RACO to “please make that request through the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act”. Directing this matter to a FOI provisions, suggests that a final decision and determination has been made by DOD and DPER not to pay MSA to Cadets who have had their cadetship suspended, induction T&Cs unilaterally altered and directed to take on additional tasking’s on behalf of the Health Service Executive and the State. Accordingly, as a final determination has been made on this matter and under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Acts (1997 – 2014), RACO is seeking copies of all correspondence and records from 01 Feb 2020 to date, between the DOD and DPER regarding the decision not to pay MSA to Cadets redeployed away from their cadetship training and instead required to perform other tasking’s not referred to in the “Terms & Conditions and General Information Regarding Officer Cadetships in the Defence Forces 2019”." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0027/2020", "decision_date": "2020-05-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A full list of capital works project funded by the Department of Defence that also include funding received from the EU in the years 2018, 2019 and to-date in 2020 in tabular form. Please include a brief description of the capital works, the total cost of the capital works and the amount of the costs that were covered by EU funding in each of the years in question in tabular form. To further assist you what I am seeking eg. In 2018 X capital works were carried out and the total amount was Y amount and of that Z amount was received from the EU." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2020", "decision_date": "2020-04-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between your department and D/PER relating to the post of Director of Military Prosecutions in the period 1 September 2018 to date of receipt of this request. Copies of any records held referring or relating to delays in the appointment of the Director of Military Prosecutions in the period 1 January 2019 to date of receipt of this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0014/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All minutes of board meetings held during 2019. If you do not have a board, the board-equivalent body will suffice, ie, governing authority, management committee, etc. (Management Board)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0020/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-25", "requester_type": "Staff", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of acts which changed the terms and conditions of contract for soldiers between 2004 and 2006, with the signature of the relevant minister and date, bring the changes of contract into law." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0019/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records showing the number of employee/official mobile devices - to include smartphones, laptops and tablets - reported lost by or stolen by employees/officials in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Breakdown of same by device and year and whether devices were encrypted or not." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0016/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of the briefing document that has been prepared for the incoming minister, following the recent general election." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0012/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions prepared for the minister (FOI 0005 2020 refers): - Priorities 2019 - Progress Report." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions prepared for the minister (FOI 0005 2020 refers): - Maritime Patrol Aircraft Replacement Project - approval to award contract." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0008/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-06", "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for Information appertaining to the issue of the Border Poll in respect of a united Ireland" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions prepared for the minister (FOI 0005 2020 refers): - Review of the C&A scheme for members of the Permanent Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0009/2020", "decision_date": "2020-03-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held relating to the decision to provide a choice of anti-malarial medication to Defence Forces members on overseas duty. This request to cover the period 1 December 2019 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0010/2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-28", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The contract for purchase of the PC-12 aircraft for the Irish Air Corps. 2. The contract for purchase of the Airbus Military CN-295 for the Irish Air Corps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 09 2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0007/2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details regarding expenses incurred by the Minister during their visit abroad for St Patrick's Day last year, specifically • The cost of travel and accommodation for the Minister • The cost of travel and accommodation for any advisers or other staff for the Minister • The cost of any gifts (including shamrock) incurred by the Department for the trip • Any other costs associated for the trip." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0006/2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the diary of Minister Kehoe for Q4 of 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0003/2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to the sale of the LÉ Aisling to a participant in the Libyan Civil War. This request to cover the period 1 November 2019 to date of receipt of the request. This request was revised on 10 January 2020 to include internal records discussing the UN report and the attendant publicity." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2020", "decision_date": "2020-02-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all submissions made to the Minister or Ministers of State at your department using the e-submissions system (or whatever relevant similar system is in place at your Department) in the period 8 October 2019 to the date of receipt of this request 8 January 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0001/2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of the detail of sales of all obsolete and/or used military equipment by the Defence Forces over the last five years (2015 – 2019). The information provided should include a detailed list of the equipment sold (name, number and use), the prices realised, the method of sale, and the recipient/purchaser." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0002/2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of all flights made by the Department's Ministers during 2017, 2018 and 2019 and the destinations that were travelled to." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0004/2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between Deputy Michael Lowry and Ministers in the Department between the period 01 January 2019 and the present day." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 08 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 07 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 06 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 05 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 04 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 03 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 02 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/aie-disclosure-log-2020-2621c28e-dd29-4865-b867-9ec59a621d4b.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "AIE 01 2020", "decision_date": "2020-01-24", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0125/2019", "decision_date": "2019-10-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence in relation to social media usage. All policy documents or guidelines in relation to social media use." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0122/2019", "decision_date": "2019-10-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the latest Annual Return to the Secretary General submitted by the Defence Forces Chief of Staff on Control, Administration and Maintenance of Military Vehicles." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0117/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-23", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department of Defence and representatives of the Roman Catholic Church since 16th November 2018, which refers to Defence Force Regulation A3 Section 1. All internal documents and communications (including, but not limited to, meeting minutes and emails) since 16th November 2018, which refer to Defence Force Regulation A3 Section 1." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0115/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wanted to access, under Freedom of Information law, all of the documents held by the department relating to either the risks of OR advanced planning for a border poll at some point in the future. I would like my FOI to cover the last year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0112/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-16", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-all written and/or electronic communications and/or briefing notes and/or memoranda sent by Ms Clare Tiernan, Director with responsibility for Operations within the Department of Defence, to any Defence Forces and/or" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0111/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence, communications and messages, both internal and external, including with the Defence Forces, relating to a press query sent to the Department of Defence and Defence Forces press office on August 9th, 2019. The query read: Good afternoon, I have two queries I was hoping you could help me with. 1-The first relates to the current status of the Le Eithne and Le Orla. I know both are undergoing maintenance. Has any decision been taken on whether they will be on patrol once this has finished? Have enough new personnel been found to allow this? 2-The second relates to armourers in the Naval Service. I understand there are currently 3 armourers in the NS which represents about 25 per cent of the required capacity. I understand all three were recently persuaded to stay by increasing their pay rate from Tech 5 to Tech 6. Is the low number of NS armourers having an effect on capacities and use of weapons?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0110/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Submissions made to the Minister relating to Civil Defence policy matters for the period August 2015 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0109/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all paperwork submitted to the Pre- Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) by the Department of Defence in the last 12 months up to and including the Civil Defence PHECC licence application. Copies of any and all agreements between the Department and County/City Management Associations which relate to the Civil Defence PHECC Licence application in the last 12 months up to the signing of the Statutory Declaration." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0104/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of Permanent Employees in your department and the number of holiday allowance they are allocated/entitled too excluding bank holidays for 2018 and 2019? The number of sick days incurred by your department for all Permanent employees for 2017 and 2018?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0106/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records relating or referring to the decision made by the Office of the Commissioner for Environmental Information in case CEI/16/0041 (https://www.ocei.ie/decisions/right-to-know-" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0107/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records referring or relating to the possibility that details of presidential travel on the MATS would now be published as a matter of routine by the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0108/2019", "decision_date": "2019-09-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown by year of all monies received by the Department of Defence per year following discharges purchased from the Defence Forces for the following years: 2019 to date, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, and 2014." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0103/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The following documents which were submitted to the Minister through the e-submissions system: 00146-19: Protected Disclosure – Confidential [date: 10/5/2019] 00147-19: Protected Disclosure – 2017/0104 [date:10/5/2019]" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0101/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of all department management board meetings, between 1st February and 30th July 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0102/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-27", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Do you have a 5G strategy? 1.1 If yes, I request to see the complete strategy, its ambitions and its objectives in PPTX, Word, PDF or picture format. 1.2 If yes, has the public had the opportunity to read and understand Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environments 5G strategy? Where was this information published? 1.3 I also request a supplementary document that includes the highest level of detail on all 5G technology that’s planned to be used and current in use in public spaces within Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: (a) Companies and entities involved and the names of the company/entity officers. (b) Specification sheets of 5G technology. (c) What technology e.g. units and arrays are not currently 5G, but can be 5G enabled e.g. with current software, future software, hardware upgrades or retrofitting?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0099/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The total cost of Travel & Subsistence per year further broken down into domestic and foreign travel and subsistence claimed for the years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and so far in 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0100/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-14", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of your 'Record of Processing Activities' for the Army Pensions Board" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0095/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the docking of two naval service vessels. This request to cover the period 14 June 2019 to date of receipt of this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0098/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The department’s expenditure on PESCO and PESCO-related projects since Ireland signed up to the initiative in December 2017. 2. Any correspondence to and from Google during the period January 2017 to March 2019 regarding the company’s work on Project Maven. 3. Any DoD memos or minutes of meetings/transcripts regarding Project Maven during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0092/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-08", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of the following grades (PO,AP,HEO,EO/SO and CO) serving in Salaries Section (Newbridge) at 31st December 2015, 31st December 2016, 31st December 2017 and 31st December 2018)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0093/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(a) All correspondence between the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces since January 1st, 2019 regarding plans or proposals to place naval vessels into reserve and/or plans for the maintenance of naval vessels. (B) Any and all internal Department of Defence documents including reports, memos, briefing notes, emails or other communications generated since June 1st, 2019 on the subject of Naval vessels being withdrawn from active service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0088/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The total number of staff number working at the department, broken down by building. 2. The total number car parking spaces and their type (over ground carpark, under ground car park, street parking etc) 3. Any costs in terms of upkeep of parking spaces (cleaning, staffing etc)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0089/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-06", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of submission made by the IWEA to the Department of Defence with respect to wind farm planning. See detail here; https://www.lobbying.ie/return/48255/irish- wind-energy-association" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of reports/correspondence/memos relating to any plans to retire/replace the Air Corps Learjet 45. The time period for any relevant records can be limited to January 1, 2019 to July 8, 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0087/2019", "decision_date": "2019-08-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "List of submissions made to the Minister through the e-submissions system in the period 1/4/19 to 2/7/19" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0083/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-19", "requester_type": "Representative Body", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All emails, notes, letters or other correspondence and all associated enclosures or attachments sent to and from the Office of the Secretary and / or Assistant Secretary (Defence Capability (People)), Department of Defence from May 2017 to date concerning generally the subject matter of terms and conditions of pilots in the Air Corps and specifically the matter of any service incentive scheme or financial bonus payments. Also, any records sent to or from that same office/s concerning the work of the Public Service Pay Commission in respect of the terms and conditions of pilots in the Air Corps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0080/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-17", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All payments (or fees charged) made directly to the National Shared Service Office for financial years ending 31st December 2015, 31st December 2016, 31st December 2017 and 31st December 2018 in respect of services provided to your department for the processing of Annual Leave/ Pensions/ Work-sharing arrangements for staff employed by your department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-17", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of staff at the following grades (Assistant Secretary, PO/POs 1, AP/Aps 1, HEOs, EO/SOs and Cos) for your HR Division in the Department at 31st December 2014, 31st December 2015, 31st December 2016, 31st December 2017 and 31st December 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-15", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all reports, studies or consultations commissioned by the department from external consultants or other professionals from the start of 2018 until the present Title and description of each report, name of consultant/consultancy, dates they were started and completed and whether they were published/made public or not. Costs of each." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0094/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-10", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I'm looking for a copy of your 'Record of Processing Activities'. This is a single document that I understand that you are required to maintain under Article 30 GDPR. Could you supply the current version, and any earlier versions that are on file? If you don't maintain a ROPA, could you supply any records that provide an explanation as to why a ROPA is not required for your body. Could you please supply the information in a searchable format, as per section 17(1)(c) of FOI 2014. If the ROPA is maintained in Excel format, could you please provide it in Excel format? If not, can it be converted or extracted to Excel, or an open format like CSV?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0079/2019", "decision_date": "2019-07-05", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Confirmation of any contact between the Department of Defence, Army, or anybody under the the Department of Defence, and the NSO group, an Israeli surveillance technology company headquartered in Herzliya, Israel. Copies of any contracts signed between the Department of Defence, Army, or anybody under the Department of Defence, and the NSO group. Copies of any emails exchanged between the Department of Defence, Army, or anybody under the Department of Defence, and the NSO group. Details of any meetings between the Department of Defence, Army, or anybody under the Department of Defence, and the NSO group." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence between the Minister's office and officials from the Defence Forces, PDFORRA, and the Department of Public Expenditure and reform regarding recruitment and pay in the Defence Forces, between 1 January 2018 and the present date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any memos prepared for the Minister regarding the same (i.e. pay issues in the Defence Forces) between 1 January 2018 and the present date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0075/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any memos prepared for the Minister regarding the same (i.e. recruitment issues in the Defence Forces) between 1 January 2018 and the present date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all statements/invoices eg. flights, hotel accommodation etc. relating to the visit to the US by Minister Kehoe from 1st July to 4th July 2018. Copies of all statements/invoices eg. flights, hotel accommodation etc. of any DOD official that travelled with Minister Kehoe to the US in the period of 1-4 July 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0071/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-21", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The name of the winning company / person of the tender. The breakdown of the scoring sheet used for the selection process." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-17", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The total amount of weapons and army/security equipment deemed to no longer be of use sold by the Government since 2016. This should include a year by year breakdown. Also a full breakdown for each year of what these weapons and security equipment were. Thirdly a full breakdown for each year of who these weapons and security equipment were sold to. Finally the total amount of money brought it by these sales." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0068/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence both sent and received between Minister Paul Kehoe and the Irish Red Cross, from 1st February to 20th May 2019. All briefings prepared for Minister Paul Kehoe on the Irish Red Cross, from 1st February to 20th May 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records that relate to the following entry on the Lobbying Register, which refers to an email and possible meeting between representatives of the Irish Amusement Trades Association and Minister of State Paul Kehoe: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/46641/irish- amusement-trades-association. The records I am seeking may include, but not be limited to, all correspondence (including any attachments), reports, briefings, memos, minutes or presentations." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0064/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-10", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for the following document from the Civil Defence Branch; \"Towards 2030 Draft Policiy Document for Civil Defence\"." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0061/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-05", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How many Irish and international minesweepers have been active in Irish territorial waters in the period from 2017 to 2019. A minesweeper is a small naval warship designed to engage in minesweeping." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0062/2019", "decision_date": "2019-06-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of complaints of sexual harassment received by the department in the last 12 months. The number of complaints of bullying received by the department in the last 12 months." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0058/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any value for money reports, or other such reviews or audits on recruitment campaigns designed to attract more women into the Defence Forces. Copies of any reports, submissions, memos, reviews, or any other such review or explanatory documents referring or relating to difficulties in the recruitment and retention of women in the Defence Forces. Both parts of this request to cover the period 1 January 2017 to date of receipt." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records from the period from 1 January 2018 to the date of receipt of this request that relate to the incidence of suicide among current or former members of the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "This request for information is limited to the past three years, from 29th April 2019. Any and all details, including notes, memos, and reports, correspondence and documentation, letters and emails, concerning the identification of sites suitable for a barracks-type facility in Co Cavan. Any and all details, including notes, memos, and reports, correspondence and documentation, letters and emails, concerning the discussions regarding the former Dun Ui Neill barracks in Cavan Town. Any and all details, including notes, memos, and reports, correspondence and documentation, letters and emails, concerning the identification of sites suitable for a new barracks-type facility in the Border region. Any and all details, including notes, memos, and reports, correspondence and documentation, letters and emails, concerning persons hired on a consultative basis to assist in identifying crossing points along the border region. Any and all details, including notes, memos, and reports, correspondence and documentation, letters and emails, concerning attempts to source or identify a greenfield site capable of housing a new barracks- type facility in the Border region." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0056/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence, documents and minutes of meetings related to so-called IS bride Lisa Smith between the period 1st Mark 2019 and 21st May 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-20", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All documents held by the department concerning Finabel - The European Army Interoperability Centre, including correspondence between this Department and the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0012/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-20", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of briefing materials prepared by the department in advance of the meeting of the political directors of the ministries of defence in to Bucharest, Romania (17 and 18 January 2019). A list of the people who travelled on the trip and the itinerary for their visit. All internal correspondence between the delegation to Bucharest and others at the Department of Defence during their visit." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-20", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any or all correspondence between the Department of Defence and the European Organisation of Military Associations (EUROMIL) from January 2014 to January 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0014/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-20", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All or any correspondence with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) regarding the Partnership for Peace (PfP) from 2015 to 2019" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0015/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-20", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All documents held by the department including correspondence relating to the following PESCO projects: European Union training Mission Competence Centre (EU TMCC), Deployable Military Disaster relief Capability Package," }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0055/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between Vice Admiral Mark Mellet and Minister for Defence Paul Kehoe between 1st December 2018 and 17th April 2019. All correspondence between Vice Admiral Mark Mellet and Secretary General of the Department of Defence between 1st Mark 2019 to 17th April 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-16", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Minutes of all discussions of specifically planning, training and education / information sharing (items indicated by the Minister for Defence in response to a PQ on 26th February 2019 as being within the remit of the Implementation Group) during meetings of the Implementation Group established to implement the" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0052/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-15", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Has the Department of Defence received any request from any Senior Commissioned Officers above the rank of Colonel due to retire for an extension of service beyond retirement age for any period? Should any Senior Commissioned Officer apply for an extension of service beyond retirement age under what circumstances would such a request be granted?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0051/2019", "decision_date": "2019-05-14", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the minutes of all of the Department of Defence High Level Procurement Planning Group (HLPPG) meetings over the period 1st January 2014 to 31st March 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0049/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence from the Minister or Junior Minister at the Department to the Football Association of Ireland requesting tickets to any games involving men’s, women’s and underage Republic of Ireland soccer teams, or any UEFA or World Cup games since 2016." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0050/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-30", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The numbers of civil servants by grade who worked in the DOD from 1998 to 2018. A breakdown of the numbers of civil servants and their grade by section from 2008 to 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0048/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-25", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All documents related to the decision taken in 2013 to send Irish Defence Forces members to contribute to the European Union Training Mission in Mali. 2. Any documents related to the subsequent decisions to extend the Irish Defence Forces mission in Mali." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0040/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-19", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Numbers and Grade of Civil Servants employed by the Department of Defence for the years 1994 to 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0042/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Internal all-staff communications/emails on Data Protection awareness in the last 12 months. Internal Data Protection awareness campaign strategy/planning documents if available (from 2017 to current). Internal Data Protection awareness posters used within Department offices (in original format)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0039/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-17", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The minutes of all meetings of the Medical Advisory Group, which was established to implement the recommendations of the Working Group on Malaria Chemoprophylaxis." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0037/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A spreadsheet or table of costs associated with the visit of Prince Charles and his wife Camilla to Haulbowline and the Marine College in Ringaskiddy. This spreadsheet/table should include all costs associated with hosting the visit, broken down according to category of expenditure. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0034/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the defence forces and Minister Paul Keogh - and/or those acting on his behalf - pertaining to cadetships due to be awarded to individuals living in the Minister’s constituency since he was appointed as Minister. •Copies of any requests by or on behalf of any Government Ministers for lists of impending cadetships to be awarded since the formation of the current Government." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0030/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-01", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "What are the statistics of homeless ex-service army personnel registered for social housing in 2005, 2010, 2018 and 2019 in Dublin? How many of these homeless ex-service army personnel are women who have registered for social housing in 2005, 2010, 2018 and 2019 in Dublin? How many ex-service men/women have been allocated social housing in 2005, 2010, 2018 and 2019 in Dublin? How many units of social housing were allocated in that range of years in Dublin? How many ex-service women who registered for social housing were the victims of domestic violence in 2005, 2010, 2018 and 2019 in Dublin? How many ex-service personnel have defaulted on their mortgages and registered for social housing?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0031/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-01", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A detailed breakdown of all costs and amounts relating to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar´s week-long visit to Mali and Ethiopia." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0032/2019", "decision_date": "2019-04-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all records - including but not limited to e- mails, texts and what's app messages - in relation to the consideration of issuing a press release and of its contents about the detention of two Northern Ireland- based fishing vessels in the Irish Sea on February 26. The request should included any communications with the Irish Naval Service/Defence Forces on the issue." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0027/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence between the Minister of State Kehoe, Chief of Staff in the Defence Forces and either PDFORRA or RACO regarding issues relating to recruitment into Permanent Defence Forces in the years 2017, 2018 and to-date in 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-25", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The minutes of all meetings of the Medical Advisory Group, which was established arising from a recommendation of the Working Group on Malaria Chemoprophylaxis to formalise the provision of on- going expert medical advice, including external expert medical advice to the Defence Forces in relation to a range of medical matters including chemoprophylaxis." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0026/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all submissions made to the Minister or Ministers of State at your Department using the e- submissions system (or whatever relevant/similar system is in place at your Department) in the period 1 December 2018 to the date of receipt of this request. This request is to include the date of the submission and its title." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0022/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all invoices/receipts associated with a trip by Minister Paul Kehoe to Vancouver in November 2017. I am seeking actual copies of receipts & invoices for the minister and those who accompanied him. - an itinerary for the trip. - copies of any records held relating or referring to the high cost of air travel for Minister Kehoe's trip to Vancouver." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A database/spreadsheet/list containing the following data: • The number of employees of the department sacked in 2016, 2017, 2018. • The reason for the dismissal of each of the above employees. • The number of employees of the department suspended in 2016, 2017, 2018. • The reason for the suspension of each of the above employee • The number of complaints of bullying received by the department in 2016, 2017, 2018. • The number of complaints of sexual harassment received by the department in 2016, 2017, 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0024/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The budget allocation to the Army Equitation School in the years 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The number of horses that were purchased for the Army Equitation School in the years 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0033/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-05", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "An itemised breakdown of any costs associated with preparations for a hard Brexit currently underway, or planned, by your department, under the Freedom of Information Act 2014. This may include recruiting and training extra staff, purchasing equipment such as protective clothing or vehicles and practicing responses to anticipated events. This request is to cover the period from 1 January till 2018 until present. If you are unable to provide an exact cost of any expense for any reason then please use an estimate, or state the item with 'Cost Not Available'." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0019/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence sent to, and received from, the Land Development Agency. 1 August 2018 to present, 31 January 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2019", "decision_date": "2019-03-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held relating to the absence of a psychiatrist in the Defence Forces and difficulties in recruiting one. This request to cover the period 1 September 2018 to date of receipt of this." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0017/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All internal emails (sent and received, including the full email chain, and any attachments)in the department related to the Irish Red Cross between 20th January and 30th January 2018. 2. All correspondence between the Irish Red Cross and the Department, or Minister Paul Kehoe between 20th January and 30th January 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0018/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All electronic correspondence including email, texts, WhatsApp messages and any other form of electronic communications between Ministers in the department and the secretary general of the Department between the period 01 December 2018 and the present day." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0016/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-19", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "In respect of the proposed strike by pilots of CHC that service the Irish SAR (Search and Rescue) contract, do the Department of Defence have contingency plans to cover SAR in Ireland if this strike goes ahead." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0009/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-15", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Any documents relating to the establishment of EU Battlegroups in 2007. 2. Any documents relating to the decision for Ireland to participate in EU Battlegroups in 2008. 3. Any documents relating to the planned participation in a German-led Battlegroup in 2020. 4. The cost of participation in EU Battlegroups from 2016 and 2017." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0010/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-15", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence with the European Defence (EDA) from 2015 onwards relating to 1. The EU Training Mission in Mali 2. Ireland's bid for a seat on UN Security Council." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0008/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-08", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any documents held by the department on the Minister of State’s meeting with Brian Hayes MEP on January 25th 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0007/2019", "decision_date": "2019-02-07", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records pertaining Irish Defence Forces order of RBS 70 BOLIDE missiles from Saab Group." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2019", "decision_date": "2019-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The Department’s Records Management Policy. Any guidelines, procedures or manuals compiled as part of the Department’s Records Management programme, including File Plans and Records Retention/Disposal Schedules. The minutes of meetings held during 2018 by any records management committee, steering group or similar body operating within the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0138/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-19", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The titles of every report prepared for to the Minister of Defence or the Minister of State for Defence in 2017." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0139/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-19", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The titles of every report prepared for to the Minister of Defence or the Minister of State for Defence in 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0140/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "list of any reports/consultancy/audits/or other work carried out for your organisation by Peter Smyth Management Consultancy Limited (or Peter Smyth) in the years 2012 to current year. details of the amount paid in fees to the above company and individual in each of the years 2012 to current year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0135/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-09", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department and Finabel, the European Army Interoperability Center, from May 2017 onwards." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0136/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-09", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any briefing materials, memos, emails between officials in the Department regarding the decision to bring the ratification of two Status of Forces Agreements to Cabinet on 27/11/2018. To avoid confusion, I'm referring to the SOFAs mentioned in this news article: https://www.thesun.ie/news/3449522/ireland-neutral- government-sleepwalking-european-army/" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0134/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-03", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence relating to government business to and from the private email account or accounts of Ministers in the department from the period 01 January 2018 to the present day." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0131/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-02", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any briefings documents prepared for Minister of State Paul Kehoe in advance of the debate on PESCO held in the Dáil on December 6th and 7th 2017." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0133/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-02", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The calendar of official engagements for Minister of State for Defence Paul Kehoe for 2017 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0132/2018", "decision_date": "2019-01-01", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0129/2018", "decision_date": "2018-12-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between Minister Paul Kehoe and/or his private office and the office of the Chief of Staff of the Irish Defence Forces related to the Defence Forces budget in period 1 January 2018. Searches of any relevant private email addresses and/or messaging services should be considered when processing this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0128/2018", "decision_date": "2018-12-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act 2014 I request the following information for the years 2015 to 2018 inclusive: a) The number of attempts made to access websites categorised as pornography from department computers or other devices on a month by month basis; b) A breakdown of these figures by department; c) A list of which teams, if any, have legitimate reasons for accessing, investigating or categorising pornographic websites; d) The number of above access requests that were from teams with this legitimate reason for access; e) An indication of how many appear to be purposeful requests, how many appear to innocent (embedded links and cookies etc), and how many are unclear; f) An outline of what action is being taken to improve the situation; g) The number of attempts that have been investigated and any management action taken." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0126/2018", "decision_date": "2018-12-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held relating to the use of the government jet by the Taoiseach for engagements in Derry & the Northwest on September 11 of this year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0127/2018", "decision_date": "2018-12-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all internal audit reports conducted for both the Department and the Defence Forces in the period 1 January 2017 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0125/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The cost of outsourcing upgrading and/or maintenance work on the Defence Force's fleet of vehicles in 2017 and 2018, including but not exclusively Iveco troop carrying vehicles, Insignias and Hyundais." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0124/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any briefings, memos, submissions, or other such documents prepared for Minister Kehoe relating to issue of 119 soldiers having to stay an extra two weeks in Syria due to paperwork error. 2. Copies of any briefings, memos, submissions or other such documents prepared for Minister Kehoe relating to the ex-gratia payment of €1,000 to the above soldiers." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0122/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-23", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of the Working group on Lariam report" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0118/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-13", "requester_type": "Solicitors", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Current documentation with the Department on eligibility for Invalidity Pension within the Department, rates of pay and assessment criteria - with regards to soldiers" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0117/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-09", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Cá mhéad airgid atá caite ag An Roinn Cosanta ar sheirbhísí trí Ghaeilge agus thionscadail, deontáisí, imeachtaí nó eile atá bainte leis an nGaeilge le ceithre bhliain anuas? 2. Briseadh síos ar na costais seo don tréimhse ceánna de réir bliana. 3. Cén céatadán é seo den chaiteachas iomlán don tréimhse seo de réir bliana?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0116/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-07", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and the European Council, European Commission and Operation Sophia Command in regard to Eunavfor Med (Operation Sophia) discussing the Irish Navy's role in Operation Sophia, which makes specific reference to Irish expertise in maritime search and rescue." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0114/2018", "decision_date": "2018-11-01", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence sent or received by the Department in relation to accommodation of members of the Naval Service who cannot afford their own accommodation, and in relation to the number of naval members who are sleeping on board Naval vessels when off duty." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0110/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondence between the Department of Defence and Sikorsky between 2015 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0111/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondence between the Department of Defence and CHC Ltd. between 2015 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0112/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondence between the Department of Defence and Airbus between 2015 and 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0113/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-31", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request under the Freedom of Information Act a copy of all electronic and written correspondence, briefing notes and memoranda between the Department and the Military Authorities in preparation of the joint submission to Phase 2 of the Public Service Pay Commission that seeks to report on recruitment and retention issues in the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "109/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between the Irish Red Cross and Minister of State for Defence Paul Kehoe, between 15th July and 15th September 2018. 2. Correspondence between the Irish Red Cross and the secretary general of the Department of Defence, between 15th July and 15th September 2018. 3. Memos, or internal briefings prepared for Minister Kehoe in relation to the Irish Red Cross between 15th July and 15th September 2018. 4. Minutes of any meetings held with Minister Kehoe or Department officials, and the Irish Red Cross between 15th July and 15th September 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "108/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-23", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any records held within your Department, relating to; a. The decision to tax the Annual Uniform Replenishment Allowance. b. How a decision came about to tax it on an 60/40 arrangement" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0115/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all expense claims made by Brig Gen Murray Piggott in the period 1 January 2016 to February 2017. Copies of all expense claims made by Brig Gen Philip Brennan in the period February 2017 to 31 December 2017. details of how much has been paid in rent on behalf of Ireland's representative on the EUMC in the period 2015 to 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "107/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All advice, memos, correspondence and briefing material generated by any official in the Department of Defence and supplied to either Minister of State Paul Kehoe or his Private Secretary related to proposals to develop the Cathal Brugha Barracks site for housing. 2. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and the Department of Housing Planning and Local Government relating to proposals to develop the Cathal Brugha Barracks site for housing. Such records to cover the period from January 1st 2018 to September 19th 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "106/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of Defence Forces personnel employed in Tech 3 positions by year from 2003 to 2017 (or 2018 if available) across mechanical, engineering, medical and broken down by region." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "104/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Cost to the Defence Forces of damage to civilian vehicles as a result of accidents with military vehicles" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "102/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to request all records, information and details held in the department in relation to the cost of transporting the Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar, to Inis Meáin to visit Coláiste Naomh Eoin on September 5th via helicopter These to include, but not be limited to, the following: • The specific cost paid for the transport • Details of who travelled on the helicopter that day • Was it an official Defence Forces transport, or private hire? • Was public transport not considered for the short haul trip, and if not, why not? • If Defence Forces, how many personnel were assigned to the trip? • What were the wages and/or allowance costs for those personnel that day? • Details of any costs, if applicable, to any other staff that may have had to cover for the Defence Forces staff assigned to helicopter duty that day." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0097/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• A record of all correspondence, letters, emails, briefing documents and phone calls to and from the offices of the minister and minster of state with Irish Rail/Iarnród Éireann. • A record of briefing documents prepared for the ministers about Road investment to access Port, designation for border check post for Dept of Agriculture post Brexit at Rosslare Europort. • Minutes and notes from meetings members of the Department, including but not limited to the ministers, had with Irish Rail/Iarnród Éireann representatives." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0096/2018", "decision_date": "2018-10-03", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Any records held by the department in relation to Conservative MP Johnny Mercer including but not limited to press clippings, diary appointments, emails and official letters. • All correspondence in relation to Conservative MP Johnny Mercer including internal notes on discussing meetings, phone calls and emails" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0093/2018", "decision_date": "2018-09-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Copies of all correspondence between the Dept and the Dept of Health and/or HSE in relation to the provision of aeromedical transfers during April and May of this year. 2. Copies of any briefings, recommendations, memos, or other such review/explanatory documents relating to the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0092/2018", "decision_date": "2018-09-07", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All 2018 correspondence between the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority and the Department of Defence in regards to Naval Service boarding rates as part of the provision of sea fisheries protection services by the Naval Service. 2. All 2018 correspondence between the Irish Naval Service and the Department of Defence in regard to Naval Service boarding rates as part of the provision of sea fisheries protection services by the Naval Service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0090/2018", "decision_date": "2018-09-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The appointments diary of the Defence Minister from January 1, 2018 to June 31, 2018, inclusive. 2. The appointments diary of the Defence Minister, Minister Kehoe, from 01 January 2016 to 31 December, 2016 inclusive." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0088/2018", "decision_date": "2018-08-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of the cost associated with the Defence Force advertisements that were aired in Croke Park during the Hurling Semi Finals last weekend (July 28&29). • A breakdown of the cost associated with the Defence Minister's full page op-ed in the GAA hurling semi-final programme on July 29. • A breakdown of the cost associated with the Defence Forces appreciation ceremony that was conducted in Croke Park during the Hurling Semi Finals last weekend (July 28&29). • A copy of all communications between the GAA and the Department of Defence regarding the hosting of an appreciation ceremony in Croke Park during the Hurling Semi Finals last weekend (July 28&29), as well as the Minister's op- ed in the match programme, and Defence Forces advertisements." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0086/2018", "decision_date": "2018-08-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A spreadsheet or line by line breakdown of the following expenditure by the Department in 2017: \"Military Expenditure on International Meetings, ceremonies etc €148,328.81\"" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0087/2018", "decision_date": "2018-08-28", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All of the documents and correspondence held by the department relating to plans to advertise for both the Army Ranger Unit and the Irish Defence Forces at Croke Park through the summer 2018 hurling and football championships." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2018", "decision_date": "2018-08-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "From January 2017-present 1. Copies of all audit reports carried out by the Department of Defence's Internal Audit Division. 2. Copies of any external audit reports commissioned by the Department of Defence, including from any outside consultants/accountancy firms etc. (I can exclude audits involving the Comptroller & Auditor General for the purposes of this request.)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- the amount of money categorised as \"miscellaneous spending/miscellaneous expenditure\" by the Department for the calendar year 2017. - a line by line breakdown from your financial system of all the items categorised as miscellaneous as per the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0078/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• The amount spent ensuring that all systems and procedures were GDPR compliant - please detail any spending made to ensure GDPR compliance to date • The amount spent on GDPR training to date" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0076/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please send me a list of all reports commissioned by the Minister from sources outside the Department since the formation of the present Government in 2016. Please note: this is not a request for the actual reports. It is a request for a list containing the titles and subject matter of the reports." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0077/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-12", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Appointments diaries for the Minister for Defence for the year of 2017 in full (and up until June 2018 if possible)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to be furnished with copies of all correspondence sent/received by the Ministers Office only in relation to the Pope's visit since 2016. This should include all correspondence including letters, emails etc. And it should include correspondence from members of the public as well as official representations." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-05", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all internal audits completed within the department between 1st May 2017 and 7th June 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0068/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of each of the quarterly reports on cases of inappropriate behaviour, bullying and harassment from 2017, 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2018", "decision_date": "2018-07-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "the number of employees of the department sacked in 2016, 2017, 2018. - the reason for the dismissal of each of the above employees. - the number of employees of the department suspended in 2016, 2017, 2018. - the reason for the suspension of each of the above employees. - the number of complaints of bullying received by the department in 2016, 2017, 2018. - the number of complaints of sexual harassment received by the department in 2016, 2017, 2018. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0063/2018", "decision_date": "2018-06-26", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I request the following records for the period 2017: 1. The total amount spent on public notices in print media outlets (newspapers or magazines) in 2017, and a listing of amounts paid to each media outlet. 2. The total amount spent on public notices on digital media outlets in 2017, and a listing of amounts paid to each media outlet. 3. The total amount spent on public notices on broadcast media outlets in 2017, a listing of amounts paid to each media outlet." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0060/2018", "decision_date": "2018-06-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the Minister's diary dated January 1 2018 to May 21 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2018", "decision_date": "2018-06-12", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Question 1: The overall total amount spent on ICT Equipment by the Department in each calendar year 2014 – end April 2018 Question 2: The overall total amount spent on ICT Software by the Department in each calendar year 2014 - end April 2018 Question 3: The overall total amount spent on ICT Services by the Department in each calendar year 2014 – end April 2018 Question 4: The name and company details of each provider of ICT Equipment, Software or Services provided to the Department, and the value of each individual contract, and the duration of the contract where the spend on the contract in any given year 2014 – end April 2018 exceeds €25,000 for the year. Question 5: Breakdown of the total amount spent on training for Department staff or personnel on GDPR training or awareness, cyber security training or awareness, data protection training or awareness, and the names of the providers of this service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0056/2018", "decision_date": "2018-06-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Copies of all invoices/receipts associated with the recent trip by Minister Kehoe to Switzerland. 2. A list of people who travelled on the trip. 3. The itinerary for their visit." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2018", "decision_date": "2018-05-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all submissions made to the Minister at your Department using the e-submissions system (or whatever relevant/similar system is in place at your Department) in the period 1 February 2018 to the date of receipt of this request. This request is to include the date of the submission and its title. I am not seeking copies of the submissions themselves." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0053/2018", "decision_date": "2018-05-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The amount of money paid by the Department to consultancy companies since 2014 and a breakdown of that spend by year and company." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0052/2018", "decision_date": "2018-05-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all staff, ministers, spouses, or partners who travelled abroad for St Patrick's Day 2018 on official departmental business. A table of costs associated with their travel to include flights, hotel, transport, entertainment, gifts, dining, subsistence, and all other related expenditure. Copies of the actual invoices/receipts relating to all of the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0044/2018", "decision_date": "2018-05-02", "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would be obliged if you could provide me with copies of the apprentice contracts that were in use in 2016, 2017 & the new 2018 contract." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0042/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held relating to the organisation and approval of use of government jet by Minister Simon Coveney for the purposes of a trip to Egypt and the Middle East." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0038/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-25", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am seeking copy of the following consultancy report (noted below) commissioned by the Department last year. 1. Research on vessels linked to Roger Casement €4,605 Late 2015 Mr. John Kearon." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0037/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-24", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all reports, studies or consultations commissioned by the department from external consultants or other professionals for the years 2015, 2016 and 2017. Title and description of each report, name of consultant/consultancy, dates they were started and completed and whether they were published/made public or not. Costs of each." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0035/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the latest batch of internal audits from your department" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0034/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-16", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1) Any Correspondence between the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces and or Department of Public Expenditure and Reform seeking funding for the replacement of CASA Maritime Patrol Aircraft in the years 2016, 2017 and to-date in 2018 2) Any correspondence between the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces and or Department of Public Expenditure and Reform seeking funding for the replacement of the Air Corps Cessna Aircraft in the years 2016, 2017 and to- date in 2018" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0033/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any reports, memoranda, submissions, reviews, recommendations or other similar documents relating to the possibility of making changes to the psychometric testing for new recruits to the Defence Forces. This request to cover the period 1 January 2017 to date of receipt of request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0030/2018", "decision_date": "2018-04-04", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a) the 2016 review of the safe operation of Civil Defence watercraft and b) the 2016 review of communications in the Civil Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2018", "decision_date": "2018-03-09", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held by the Department relating to a Facebook advert by the Royal Irish Regiment that appeared to be targeted towards men based in the Republic of Ireland. - copies of any correspondence or representations received or sent by the Department relating to the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2018", "decision_date": "2018-02-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all invoices associated with the ministerial trip by Paul Kehoe to the Middle East for St Patrick's Day 2017. This request to cover flights, accommodation, transport, gifts, subsistence, entertainment, dining, and so on." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0012/2018", "decision_date": "2018-02-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held by your Department relating to organisation, decision making, authorisation, or any other matter related to the following trip using the government jet: 01/11/2017 Baldonnel - Naples - Larnaca- Valletta - Athens - Paris - Baldonnel (Finance MoS plus 3)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2018", "decision_date": "2018-02-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number and a list of all bills enacted and which relate to matters for which the minister has responsibility since 2011. - the number of reports reviewing such legislation laid by by the minister before an Oireachtas committee since 2011 as required under Dáil standing orders 141A (now 164A). - drafts of all such reports which may have been commenced or prepared but not laid in the Dáil library. - all internal memos, notes or guidelines held by your department relating to compliance with Standing Order 164A (and its predecessor 141A in the 31st/32nd Dáil." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2018", "decision_date": "2018-02-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. An itemised breakdown of all costs associated with the helipad installed on the roof of Government buildings. 2. All correspondence between the Department of the Taoiseach and the Department of Defence about helicopter access for An Taoiseach and cabinet ministers. 3. The number of times the helipad has been used in each of the past five years. Parts one and two of my request are limited to the past five years only." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0001/2018", "decision_date": "2018-01-31", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of the cost of securing/guarding the disused army barracks in Lifford, Co Donegal since 2007. That is, all costs associated with the provision of services by first Orbit and now Mac security each year since 2007." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0120/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-25", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The costs of external media monitoring services or any same such service for each year from 2006 to date. 2. Details of any contracts or agreed statements of services provided (i.e. the agreed remit and scope of the service/terms of reference/key words used/ purpose and aims as agreed) to or by external media monitoring services or any same such service for each year from 2006 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0118/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. How many people are employed by the Department? 2. How many of the Department's employees are male and female? 3. What is the average pay for male employees and the average pay for female employees within the Department? 4. A breakdown of gender at each pay scale eg. 'Principal Officer: 5 male 3 female." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0119/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Copies of all internal audits carried out by the Department between 1st June 2016 to date. 2. Copies all internal audits carried out by agencies or bodies under the aegis of the Department, of which a copy has been forwarded to the Department/Minister for consideration, in the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0116/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-17", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. A list of all Uniform and clothing tenders issued by the Office of Governement Procurement (and its Former Names) for the Department of Defence for the past 5 years. 2. For each tender supply the list of all Purchase Order by value issued, with the required delivery date as set out in the tender documents. 3. For each contract issued, provide details of the value of all penalties award against the contractor. 4. For each of the Purchase Order referred to in 2 above please supply the actual delivery date when order was completed. 5. Percentage of additional value allowed to be added to the contract under EU tender regulations. 6. All correspondence in relation to non-performance of contracts in terms of Delivery times. Service and Quality." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0115/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-12", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " to obtain all relevant departmental documentation, including briefing material from officials to the Minister/s, correspondence between the department and external agencies/parties, agendas/minutes of meetings and/or conference calls pertaining to the British Governments withdrawal from the European Union and its potential implications within, and between the island of Ireland and Britain in relation to defence policy " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0112/2016", "decision_date": "2017-01-06", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " A request for information on the Ireland 1916 centenary programme, specifically in relation to the military archives permanent reminder project 1. A breakdown of spending to date on this project. 2. The projected cost of completing this project. 3. The operating cost of this project in 2016 and projected operating costs for 2017. 4. Records dealing substantively with your dept's involvement in the permanent reminder projects programme, e.g. progress updates, budget revisions, correspondence/records relating to the selection of the permanent reminder projects, including submissions from third parties/other government departments or state agencies. Records outlining any proposed projects that were not selected as permanent reminder projects. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0111/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-30", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " 1. Details of all the gifts received and given by the minister and/or his office in the 12 months up to the date of this letter. The details should list: (1) the tupe of gift and its value; (2) who gave it/to whom it was given; (3) when and where teh gift was given/received and the reason for the presentation. 2. Records of any correspondence to and from the Minister's office in relation to the sourcing and/or purchase of items to be used as gifts to be handed out by the minister on trips abroad or upon welcoming people to Ireland. 3. Correspondence to/from the Minister's office about receiving/giving gifts. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0110/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. copies of all records held by your public body relating to a request by the Minister for Foreign Affairs for use of the government jet for a trip to Mongolia in July. 2. copies of any reports, submissions, recommendations etc regarding purchase of a new government jet, lease of an alternative in the period 1 July 2016 to the current date" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0109/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-21", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. A list of the records regarding military spending on vehicles from the years 2010- 2016. 2. I would also like the price of each vehicle, and to which part of the military they belong." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0103/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-20", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The cost to date of the humanitarian operations in the Mediterranean by the Irish Naval Service, including the expenses of fuel, wages and other costs. 2. What the expense was for each individual ship and mission voyage so far." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0108/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-14", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " 1. The number of civilian personnel and or military personnel in each Army, Naval Service and Air Corps that were issued a work related credit card in the years 2014,2015 and to-date in 2016. 2. The grade of staff if civilian staff or rank of military personnel in each Army, Naval Service and Air Corps that have been issued with credit cards in each of those years eg 1 card was issued to Army personnel at the rank of Brigadier General in 2015 etc. 3. The spending limits on each of thiose cards that were issued in the years 2014,2015 and to-date in 2016. 4. If any personnel that have access to any of the cards ever requested in the time frame mentioned above that limit on a card should be increased; if so a brief description of why the limit on the cards should be increased eg Flights for a particular trip abroad for work related business was higher than the limit on the card etc. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0104/2016", "decision_date": "2016-12-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Any documents in relation to the claim and redistribution of insurance money arising from the sinking of the Asgard II. . 2. Any documents in relation to the construction of a new sail training vessel and any funding allocated for that." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0101/2016", "decision_date": "2016-11-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the Freedom of Information Act, I would like to request copies of all records relating to the decision to cease providing transport and concierge services to international competitors at the annual Dublin Horse Show." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0096/2016", "decision_date": "2016-11-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1: The total number of interns hired under the Jobsbridge scheme by the Department and by any angencies under the remit of this Department. 2: The department or agency under the remit of the department the intern was placed in. 3: The average age of interns hired by the Department or by any agencies of this Department. 4: Gender breakdown of each intern. 5: How long each internship interns hired under Jobbridge stayed with the Depertment. 6: The job description of each internship as advertised , including relevant qualifications and educational requirements. 7: Where the internship was advertised - what website it was piblished on. 8: How many interns inder the Jobbridge scheme offered a full-time position by the Department after they had completed the scheme. 9: What stage of the internship was the job offered. 10: The starting salary of this job. 11: The starting and finishing dates of each intern. 12: Information requested is from the inception of the scheme in 2013, to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0098/2016", "decision_date": "2016-11-15", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between the Department of Defence and RTÉ in the year preceding the broadcast, 23 May 2013, of the RTÉ Prime Time Investigations Unit programme on Lariam suicides in the Defence Forces, both in regard to that programme and in regard more broadly to the issue of Lariam suicides." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0094/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-25", "requester_type": "other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. RACO understands that there have been a number of boards convened and completed examining possible retention schemes for pilots of the Air Corps within the last number of years. 2. The FOI Act 2014 (11(c).3), states \"there is a need to inform scrutiny, discussion, comment and review by the public of the activities of FOI bodies and facilitate more effective participation by the public in consulations relating to the role, responsibilities and performance of FOI bodies\". 3. Therefore, as this matter directly affects its membership, RACO wishes to obtain copies under the a/m provisions of the Act, of any Board Reports that either the Department of Defence or the Defence Forces conducted on Retention Schemes for Pilot Officers of the Air Corps, within the last 3 years. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0092/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-21", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "copies of any records held by the Department - to include emails, memos, faxes, letters, reports, submissions etc - relating to whether Lariam will continue to be used for Defence Forces members following its withdrawal from Irish market. This request to cover period 1 September 2016 to the date of this request. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0091/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-17", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "copies of any records - to include emails, memos, letters, faxes, handwritten notes etc - relating to decision to hold ceremony honouring naval service members for work in the Med in Rosslare, Co Wexford. - copies of any letters/representations received by the Department relating to the above. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0089/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-14", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The overall amount spent on UAVs procured between 1 January 2007 and 31 August 2016. The amount spent per each individual UAV procured between 1 January 2007 and 31 August 2016. The model name of each individual UAV procured between 1 January 2007 and 31 August 2016. The overall budget for any drone project/team/division per year from 2007 to 2016 and any budget estimation for 2017." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0087/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-13", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request, under the Freedom of Information Act, access to any memos / minutes / internal correspondence arising out of the phone calls and meeting between Babcock International and Des Dowling in May / June. https://www.lobbying.ie/return/7885/babcock-international-group" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0088/2016", "decision_date": "2016-10-07", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request, under the Freedom of Information Act, a copy of all correspondence sent by Michael Duffy of the RDS to Minister Kehoe since the start of 2015 in relation to the decision to cease some services provided by the Defence Forces to international teams attending the Dublin Horse Show." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0082/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-29", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "[CONTRACTS] Any documents (to include emails) created from 1 January 2014 concerning the current and/or potential use of UAVs by the Defence Forces; · Any documents (to include emails) created from 1 January 2014 concerning data protection and privacy issues arising from current and/or potential use of UAVs by the Defence Forces; [ISDP] Any documents (to include emails) created from 1 January 2014 concerning projects on UAV technologies involving both the Defence Forces and the private sector; Please separate documents by individual project. Any documents (to include emails) created from 1 January 2014 concerning projects on surveillance technologies and/or monitoring systems involving both the Defence Forces and the private sector. Please separate documents by individual project " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0086/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-27", "requester_type": "Media", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence to/from Minister Paul Kehoe and the Royal Dublin Society from May 6, 2016 to September 13, 2016. I am also seeking copies of any documents attached to correspondence to/from the aforementioned organisation/individual(s)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0080/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-23", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The number of former private secretaries (appointed before 1 February 2012) in your department currently receiving the 50% allowance including a breakdown of the number of former private secretaries to ministers, ministers of state or heads of department; the cost of allowances to these in 2015. 2. The number of former private secretaries in your department appointed after 1 February 2012 and at what percentage level they are receiving an allowance (under the terms of last year's civil service arbitration board decision), and which type of private secretary they were; the cost of allowances to these in 2015. 3. The number of active private secretaries in your department in 2015 broken down by what kind of private secretary they were. 4. The number of private secretaries in your department at present broken down by what kind of private secretary they are." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0081/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-22", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I would like to know how much the defence forces spent providing drivers and cars to defence force officers based in Ireland last year and so far this year. I would also like to know how many drivers, if any, were provided and their mileage for the time period indicated. I would further like to know how much was spent on private landscaping or gardening services for defence forces facilities during the time frame indicated. Could this figure by broken down by facility" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0079/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all briefing material, presentations or reports prepared for the Minister for Defence, concerning the UK’s EU referendum and its impact, between January 1, 2016 and August 17, 2016. Copies of all correspondence between the Minister, Secretary General and Assistant Secretaries General in the department concerning the UK EU referendum, over the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0078/2016", "decision_date": "2016-09-12", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All electronic and written correspondence and records (between May 7th 2015 and June 23rd 2016) in the Department of Defence (at Assistant Secretary level and above and to Ministerial Offices) and with other government departments and relevant agencies with regard to any contingency plans for a decision by the voters in the United Kingdom to vote to leave the European Union." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0072/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A detailed breakdown of payments made to companies for translating services between 1/1/10 – 31/12/12. I wish for the breakdown to include the name of the company in receipt of payment as well as a description of the work carried out." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-17", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all FOI requests / FOI logs – received in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. If possible I would prefer to receive this information in electronic format, such as a PDF for example." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-12", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The number and percentage of vacancies at each rank in the Air Corps, naval Service and Army as of 31 December 2014, 31 December 2015 and 30 June 2016 2. The number of male and females that were recruited into the Air Corps, Naval Service and Army as of the of 31 December 2014, 31 December 2015 and 30 June 2016 3. The number and amount of each allowance that officers can claim for in addition to the normal salary while away on EU, UN or NATO mission and indicate if each allowance is available to certain ranks only or for all ranks 4. Please provide a full list of countries where the Defence Forces purchased necessary military equipment in the years of 2014 and 2015 e.g. USA, France, Spain etc 5. The number of Doctors, Nurses, Dentists, Physiotherapists etc working in the Defence Forces Medical Corps as of December 2014, 31 December 2015 and 30 June 2016" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all FOIs (non-personal) request submitted to your department since February 2016. Please provide the exact wording of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0070/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All FOI requests(Non Personal) submitted by journalist Mr. Ken Foxe since 2014. All FOI requests (Non Presonal) submitted by journalist ............. since 2014" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0066/2046", "decision_date": "2016-08-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all internal audit reports carried out by or for your department or which have been supplied to the Department by any agencies under your remit, since January 2015, and any related correspondence to/from the relevant line Minister regarding this audit if such exists, since then." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0063/2016", "decision_date": "2016-08-02", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all mileage claims (to include the amount paid on dealing with the claim) made by any minister or minister of state at your Department relating to travel undertaken in the calendar year 2016 only," }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0061/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-29", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All correspondence held by the Department in the past four years concerning proposals to create Ireland’s own fleet of jet fighter aircraft, including combat and interception jets (including the model and estimate cost of purchasing each jet, as well as costs associated with training jet pilots to fly the aircraft.) All correspondence concerning the development of a radar sureveillance capability for the Air Corps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-26", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all reports, contingency plans and risk assessments relating to the Brexit referendum compiled by the Department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0055/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. What was the rate of pay for a new soldier in 2010? 2. If this had changed, what was the reason for the decision?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0056/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All documents prepared for release in the event that Britain voted to remain in the European Union." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0053/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the minister's diary between May 6, 2016 and June 21, 2016." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any reports drawn up by the Defence Forces on relation to the proposed purchase of a new aircraft for the Ministerial Air Transport Service since January 1, 2016." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0051/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-18", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Detail of any qualified legal advisory council employed by the Department of Defence • Detail of any qualified legal advisory council seconded from another department to the Department of Defence setting out the Department the person is on secondment from. • Detail of any qualified legal advisory council temporarily employed by the Department of Defence" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0050/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-15", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Number of cases referred by complainants by all ranks to the office of the Ombudsman for the Defence Forces in the period 1st January 2000 to 17th June 2016. 2. With respect to (1) ABOVE Please provide details of the Number of Adjudications or Recommendations where the complainants complaint was upheld. 3. With respect to (1) ABOVE in the case of each complaint upheld by the Ombudsman please set out the period of time before the Recommendations or adjudication in each case was fully implemented. 4. With respect to (1) ABOVE In the case of each complaint upheld by the Ombudsman and where the recommendation or adjudication was not immediately implemented please provide full details of the reasons or rationale for failure to implement, to include: all internal memos, correspondence with the Minister or Junior Minister, correspondence with the Defence Forces. 5. With respect to (1) ABOVE In the case of each complaint upheld by the Ombudsman please provide details of any cases referred to the Attorney General or any other legal advisor for advice before the recommendation was fully implemented." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0049/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A database of all items of equipment or vehicles sold off by the Department of Defence or Defence Forces in period 1 Jan 2013 to the current date to include the price it was sold for, date of sale, and a brief description of the item sold." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0048/2016", "decision_date": "2016-07-01", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I now wish to obtain copies of the various draft and final reports that the consultants procured to undertake the climate survey analysis, sent to the Department of Defence." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0047/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-28", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the conciliation and arbitration scheme for members of the Permanent Defence Force Officers Rank. • A copy of the conciliation and arbitration scheme for members of the Permanent Defence Forces Other Ranks" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0046/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-27", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of payments made to companies for translating services between 1/1/13 – 31/12/15. I only wish to receive figures relating to translations from English to Irish." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0007/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-23", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All electronic and written correspondence (within the dates 1st July 2015 and 20th January 2016) between the Department of Defence (at Assistant Secretary level and above and to Ministerial offices) and the Departments of 1. An Taoiseach 2. Environment, Community and Local Government and 3. Justice and Equality, with regard to responsiblility for National Emergency Planning." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0045/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-21", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The names of all the people (along with their job title) who have been appointed by the minister or ministers of state at your Department since their appointment." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0041/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-14", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence relating to the following: The purchase of a new aircraft for the Ministerial Air Transport Service. correspondence can be limited to items from January 1, 2016 to May 16, 2016." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0038/2016", "decision_date": "2016-06-10", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all invoices and receipts relating to any travel undertaken by an officeholder, minister, OR minister of state for St Patrick's Day 2016. Copies of all invoices and receipts relating to a spouse or partner if they travelled with the officeholder, minister OR minister of state. a copy of the itinerary for the above trip. copies of any records relating to the repayment of expenses for mileage or any other expense category by an officeholder, minister OR minister of state at your Department to cover the period 1 January 2014 to date of receipt of this request. This request excludes any such records already released to me." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0031/2016", "decision_date": "2016-05-26", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A full list or documents giving information of films and television programmes with which the DF have co-operated, since the introduction of FOI and where possible before that." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0029/2016", "decision_date": "2016-05-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all refurbishment works that were carried out at any Air Corps, Naval Service, military barracks in the years 2014,2015 and to-date in 2016. Please include the length of time each project took to complete. To assist you further I am only seeking where the costs were in excess of €10,000" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0030/2016", "decision_date": "2016-05-13", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1) The number of staff sick days for the calendar years 2014, 2015 and so far for 2016. 2)The cost of temporary/ substitute cover, if any, for those on sick leave during the periods specified above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2016", "decision_date": "2016-04-28", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request under the Freedom of Information Act all documentation relating to a foxhunt meet at the Curragh Camp in 2015 (see attached report in the Irish Field dated Dec 4, 2015)) which involved officers of the Irish Army and the Kildare Foxhounds. I understand that a request was made to the Dept. of Defence for permission to hold the meet and we are seeking all documents relating to this request and any other documentation generated by the Irish Army in relation to this event." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2016", "decision_date": "2016-04-22", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.the name of the operation?; 2.the reason for the operation?; 3.why your pilots are flying and hovering at extremely low levels over a residential area with no regard for public safety?; 4.the cost to date of the operation in its entirety?; 5.the official request you received from commissioner Noreen o Sullivan in relation to the use of the military aircraft?; 6. data in relation to the alititde of all air craft while performing this operation..from the flight data recorder.this of course will not compromise any aspects of the operation as it only will inform us exactly how low they have been flying." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0022/2016", "decision_date": "2016-04-18", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondences, letters, emails, documents etc regarding the use of the Government jets/helicopters / the possible use of jets/helicopters / Ministers and or TDs queries regarding the possible use of the jets; Please provide a log of all occasions when government jets/helicopters were used by the previous government during their entire term Please provide all details regarding each time the jets were used – including details of what Minister requested the use of the jet, where it was going, who was carried on each jet etc. Also please provide the cost associated to each trip made; Please provide a table of the top 20 Ministers/TDs (and anybody else who used the jet) who used the jet the most. Please provide the associated cost which each individual incurred as a result of their request. The timeframe for this is for the entire period of the last government.; Please provide details of the salaries paid to each pilot / co-pilot of the government jets/helicopters in 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012 and 2011. Please provide documents of salary/contracts for pilots flying government jets; The total cost of maintenance, servicing etc of all government jets over the last 5 years." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0020/2016", "decision_date": "2016-04-05", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of all sick days taken by personnel in the Department of Defence; The number of sick days broken down in tabulated form by month; A breakdown of the reasons cited for the sick days taken by overall number of times cited; The total number of staff who took a sick day on Wednesday 18 March; This information provided for the period between 01/01/2015 and 31/12/2015." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2016", "decision_date": "2016-04-01", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Training syllabus for Emergency Medical Technicians provided by the Civil Defence Board to it's public units; Training presentations (Powerpoints, Overhead Slides) provided for Emergency Medical Technicians provided by the Civil Defence Board to it's public units ; The number of Emergency Medical Technicians trained by the Civil Defence Board during the period of one calendar year 2014 to 2015." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0015/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-30", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Make & Model & No. of Gov jets/helicopters used by cabinet ministers; maintenance costs, menus, salary of crew etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0018/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-24", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of incidents in which the Army Bomb Disposal Unit was called to assist in 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012. Please state where each army bomb disposal unit was called to / what was conducted at the scene. Please also state the cost of operating the Army Bomb Disposal in 2015, 2014, 2013 and 2012." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0016/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-22", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of payments made to external communications and public relations companies employed by the Department between the dates 9/3/2011 - 22/02/2016 as well as a description of the work carried out." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0014/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-15", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(1) Total amount spent, if any, on private detective work in 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, (2) Any contracts for private detective work in 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011 (3) All emails/letters/correspondences, internal or external, in relation to private detective(s)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-11", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A table showing how much was spent by the Department on catering in respect of the years 2011, 2012,2013, 2014 and 2015, broken down by year. It should include the name of the companies who provided the services and how much was paid to each of the companies. [This relates to Departmental expenditure only.]; A table showing how much was spent by the Department on taxis in respect of the years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, broken down by year. It should include the name of the companies and how much was paid to each of the companies. [The relates to Departmental expenditure only.] – As advised it will not be possible to include refunds of taxi fares through the travel and subsistence system to individuals." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2016", "decision_date": "2016-03-02", "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of staff by grade that are earning between €40,000 and €50,000, between €50,001 and €60,000, between €60,001 and €70,000 and so on in the years 2013,2014 and 2015" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0004/2016", "decision_date": "2016-02-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. The total amount of money spent by the department on hiring photographers or obtaining photography in each of the years 2013, 2014, 2015 and for the first two weeks of 2016. 2. A detailed list of the events / media engagements at which an external photographer was engaged by the department in each of the years 2013, 2014, 2015 and for the first two weeks of 2016, including the contract price, a description of the event and a record of which, if any, Minister attended. 3. The total amount of money spent by the department on makeup, hair styling, other beauty products and the hiring of any supplier of these services in each of the years 2013, 2014, 2015 and for the first two weeks of 2016. 4. A detailed list of the events /media engagements for which makeup, hair styling or other beauty industry service was engaged by the department in each of the years 2013, 2014, 2015 and for the first two weeks of 2016, including the contract price, a description of the event and a record of which, if any, Minister or department official utilised the service." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2016", "decision_date": "2016-02-08", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all current/active warrants of appointment or certificates of appointment which have issued by, or on behalf of, the Minister to people to serve on bodies under the ageis of the Department (to include the address for service for each appointee that is typically captured along with the recipient’s name at the top of each letter) I am requesting this to ensure a similar level of transparency to that which applies to corporate bodies subject to the Companies Act 2014. Information to properly identify officers responsible for corporate entities is commonplace and publicly available for approximately 200,000 private bodies listed with the Companies Registration Office. Entities that file an annual return under the Companies Act must also include each officer’s address, date of birth, business occupation and nationality details as listed in Section 149 of the Companies Act 2014." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2016-c6c6fc8f-4ec7-4f3b-a21f-3baee7625868.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0008/2016", "decision_date": "2016-01-19", "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records relating to the suspected “cyber attack” that disrupted access to the Department’s website on the 21/22 January 2016." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": null, "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/5311160a/FOI_Disclosure_Log_Q1_2025.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": " ", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": null, "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": null }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q4_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/FOI_Disclosure_Log_-_Q3_2024.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " 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. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2024-bb4a14d5-a79f-4cf2-b866-93d04c6a4a11.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "2. Details/records of any invoices received by the Department from any of the above parties. Records dating back to 2015" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "019/2024", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "T r a n s f e r r e d", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "spreadsheet format where available for the stats forms - and provide an acknowledgement letter as soon as possible" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2024-71e7fba3-cd59-4a2e-bf2d-e16487c12185.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Overall attitude to the DF I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "section / unit / area of the organisation that manages each contract, that is also of interest to me." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "128/2023", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "J o u r n a li s t", "decision_status": "P a r t - G r a n t e d", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- c o p i e s o f a l l c o r r e s p o n d e n c e b e t w e e n t h e d e p a r t m e n t a n d t h e Department of the Taoiseach with regard to the ministerial air transport service in the period since 15 Oct 2023. - copies of any records referring or relating to the breakdown/ reliability of aircraft in MATS during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "barracks). The film liaison was an ex Irish army officer Ret Col William O’Kelly, also known as Bill O’Kelly." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "of this request, and to agree to a time extension for a reply to this request if that assists." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "137/2023", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2023-ff87c7b4-72dd-4844-8620-87008f2696b2.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "152/2023", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "02/02/2024", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. any departmental or inter-departmental review, report, audit, evaluation, study, food for thought paper, after action-review, discussion paper, or survey conducted by the Dept of Foreign Affairs and/or Dept of Defence that examined the actions of and operation of the Emergency Civil Assistance Team in Kabul, Afghanistan in September 2021. 2. any departmental or inter-departmental review, report, audit, evaluation, study, food for thought paper, after action-review, discussion paper, or survey conducted by the Dept of Foreign Affairs and/or Dept of Defence that examined the actions of and operation of the Emergency Civil Assistance Team that supported the evacuation of Irish citizens from Sudan in April/May 2023." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Forces specifically where it relates to legal obligations, accuracy and compliance." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "organisation? i.e. Director of IT or Head of Service Delivery. Please provide Linkedin or available contact details (where appropriate)." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2023-4c020887-de5c-4975-b8a2-8179b7aaa121.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "release of all pieces of correspondence sent between 1 January and 31 March to the office of the Minister of State containing these terms." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "-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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2023-17199b79-a6de-4350-84c6-9cd119df9669.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "25/2023", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Could you please tell me how many army personnel are serving overseas with the United Nations. Could you tell me what countries the army personnel are serving in." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "32/2023", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Clients", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for Copies of the following Defence Forces Regulations: 1. DFR A8 2. DFR A1 3. DFR A10 4. DFR A11 5. DFR A12 6. DFR A17 7. DFR A5 8. DFR A7 9. DFR CS3 10. DFR CS4 11. DFR CS5 (New Series) 12. DFR S1" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2023-b7bb4cbf-a992-4496-b562-75a4460ee5af.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2022-0ac31f5a-44c5-40a6-9e56-a105ee7af90a.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0047/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The minutes of the Strategic Management Committee of the Defence organisation since November 1, 2021 to April 4, 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0048/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any documents, correspondence regarding the procurement of a cargo variant of the CN 295 for the Irish Air Corps from January 1 2021 to April 4, 2022. Any documents, correspondence regarding the procurement of helicopters for the Irish Air Corps from January 1 2021 to April 4, 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0049/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Internal correspondence relating to this (https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-40357757.html) article published on 12/8/2021. Evaluation documents relating to the suitability of the former New Zealand Lake Class vessels for operations in the Irish Sea." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0050/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between (sent and received including attachments) the Minister/Ministers of State in the department and the department secretary general, between 1st April and 22nd April 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0053/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Can you please forward the current copy of your FoI manual." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0054/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "available data including e-mail relating to 2022 CJEX which took place in May 2002 in National University of Ireland Galway. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, preferably in its original formatting." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0055/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "May I ask for available copies of records created in relation to this from January 1st 2017 to May 27th 2022, to include, but not be limited to, the following: • Records of events where paid services of MCs, conference hosts, after-dinner speakers, conference or event moderators, broadcasters etc. were acquired • Records of the names of the people hired for each of these events • Individual pay for these persons per event" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0057/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "i) Copies of accounts for the Defence Forces Canteen Board for 2019, 2020 and 2021 ii) A copy of the current price list for food, drink and other items sold in Defence Forces canteens" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0058/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to apply for the following information relating to correspondence received from the arms industry: A copy of all proposals, advertisements, brochures, sales pitches and similar items received by the Department from representatives of manufacturers of military arms and equipment since January 1, 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all internal or external audit reports completed by or on behalf of the Department since 1 January 2020 to date on Custume Barracks in Athlone or Carnagh camp in Athlone. Copies of any briefing notes/reports/submissions/memos or otherwise prepared for the Minister or Secretary General arising from the completion of any of the above reports." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0060/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence and emails held by Minister/Sec Gen relating to the deployment of military aircraft to assist the repatriation of Irish babies born to surrogate mothers in Ukraine, between February 1 2022 to date. Reports or briefing documents prepared for Minister and/or senior officials on the outcome of the operation from February 1 2022 to date. Records detailing: - No of aircraft deployed - Routes of aircraft deployed - Numbers of passengers onboard and whether civilian, public sector or defence forces - A breakdown of costs of the operation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0062/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Copies of the minutes of all internal and external correspondence involving Minister Simon Coveney/Secretary General Jacqui Crum/all other relevant officials at Assistant Secretary level on the topic of purchasing or leasing new aircraft for the Ministerial Air Transport Service. The time period can be limited to 1/1/2022 to 8/6/2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0063/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between the Department and other Departments/State Agencies in relation to action 19/9 of Housing for All: \"All Government Departments will examine their existing portfolio of properties and subject to any obligations under the PSC, the LDA Act 2021 or the State Property Act 1954, will place them on the market if they are not required and may be suitable for conversion to residential accommodation\"" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0064/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal department correspondence and communications (sent and received including attachments), in relation to press queries sent to the department by Irish Times reporter Jack Power, between 1st May and 12th June 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2022(a)", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "\"- Any correspondence, documentation, emails, reports, relating to Altea and the Department of Defence from January 1, 2021 and to June 6, 2022. - Any reports from Altea regarding aircraft." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2022(b)", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "\"- Any correspondence, documentation, emails, reports, relating to Altea and the Department of Defence from January 1, 2021 and to June 6, 2022. - Any reports from Altea regarding aircraft. - Any and all documentation and reports regarding the procurement of jet aircraft for the Irish Air Corps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0066/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any reports held based on monitoring of social media or social media mentions of your organisation in the period March, April, May and 2022. This should include any monitoring outputs, whether they are carried out internally, or by external providers and then provided to your offices." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. In relation to all CCTV cameras that you have procured from 2017 until the present, please provide: - the names of each company and the names of the products including the model numbers - the contracts with each company - the cost per unit and the total costs, and - the duration of contracts and/or licenses. 2. Please provide records that state the capability of the CCTV cameras (along with their storage and processing units whether locally, on a server or in the cloud), such as facial recognition," }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0068/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records relating to the deployment of military aircraft to assist the repatriation of Irish babies born to surrogate mothers in Ukraine. - No of aircraft deployed in the operation - Routes of aircraft deployed - Numbers of passengers onboard and whether civilian, public sector or defence forces - A breakdown of costs of the operation. The timeline of my request is February 1 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0069/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of costs to the Defence Forces of the assistance given to Irish parents of babies born through surrogacy in Ukraine from February 1 2022 to date. - Can the breakdown include the cost of military aircraft used to assist the families, including types of aircraft; - Transport costs; - Any other costs incurred." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0070/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any records held on the Department of Defence organisational capability review." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0072/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All communications between the Department of Defence and the Department of Transport on bringing in the Defence Forces to assist in Dublin Airport between 29 May and 29 June. 2. All communications between the Department of Defence and the Defence Forces on bringing in the Defence Forces to assist in Dublin Airport between 29 May and 29 June. 3. All communications between the Department of Defence and DPFORRA on bringing in the Defence Forces to assist in Dublin Airport between 29 May and 29 June. I would prefer to receive these documents electronically and in their original formatting." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0073/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• All correspondence held by the Department regarding the use of the Defence Forces at Dublin Airport. This request should cover the period 01 January 2022 to the present day. My preferred form of access to these records is in digital format via email." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0074/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "copies of any correspondence between the DoD and any other public body with regard to the provision of military support at Dublin Airport. - copies of any submissions, briefings, memos, recommendations or other such high-level documents prepared for either the Minister or the Sec Gen with regard to the possible provision of DF personnel at Dublin Airport. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2022-60673303-19ed-4235-b3a5-d7da4aeb5064.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0075/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal emails relating to the deployment of Defence Forces personnel to Dublin Airport to assist with queue/crowd management and/or security dated between 25 April and 29 June 2022, including any correspondence between this Department and The Department of Transport/Minister Ryan/Minister Naughten." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0002/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- A record, list, database of all vacant properties held by the department to include their name, location, and how long they have been vacant. - The cost of providing security at each of the vacant properties in 2020 and 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0003/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for details of the numbers of press and communications staff in the department, both in terms of head count and full-time equivalent (FTE): 1. The number of communications staff. 2. A breakdown of these staff by job description and/or job title (e.g. number of press officers, heads of press office, directors of communications, social media staff, etc) and for each, their salary bands." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0004/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between the chair of the board of the Irish Red Cross and the Department of Defence regarding funding for the charity. Period 1st September 2021- 1st December 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0005/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between any board member of the Irish United Nations Veterans Association (IUNVA) and any board member of the Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE) with the Department of Defence, regarding funding. To cover the period 1st September to 21st November 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0006/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "all correspondence between the RTI Unit of the Department of Defence and Prof Ben Tonra in relation to records created between 1 May 2021 and the date of request, including email, text messages and messaging apps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0009/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Request for information on and/or records of the following, from 2019- 2021: • Complaints received from staff which allege that they were bullied by fellow staff • Complaints received from staff which allege that they were harassed by fellow staff • Complaints received from staff which allege they were sexual harassed by fellow staff. Note: the above request was in relation to Civil Servants in the Dept of Defence" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0010/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of e-submissions sent to Minister Coveney between 1/11/21 and the date of this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0011/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(1) All briefing / submissions prepared for the Minister for defence in relation to Budget 2022; and (2) Any correspondence from the Minister / Department of Defence at the grade of Principal Officer and above to the Minister of Public Expenditure and Reform regarding Budget 2022." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "a request for records (including Searches of the Minister's mobile device and private email addresses) regarding a meeting between Defence Forces Chief of Staff Seán Clancy and the Russian ambassador to Ireland, specifically: • Any correspondence - including emails, written correspondence or electronic communications (WhatsApp, SMS) between the Minister and Mr Clancy between 1 October and the present date; • Any correspondence between the Minister and the Defence Forces concerning such a meeting between 1 October and the present date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0014/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Staff", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A request for all information, communication and correspondence in relation to the 35th RACCC & 36th RACCC (26th Young Officers Wing Course) promotion from 2nd Lieutenant to Lieutenant in the Irish Air Corps." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0015/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": " A request for any documents pertaining to any exercises, manouevres, training missions, or weapons testing, but not transit, carried out by the UK, US, or French militaries (inclusive of naval, or air forces) in the Irish exclusive economic zone since the 21st of April 1998. If you require further specification, I would like to request documents informing the Government of Ireland/the Minister for Defence of any such exercises, manouevres, training missions, or weapons testing carried out by the UK, US, or French militaries (inclusive of naval, or air forces) in the Irish exclusive economic zone observed/sighted by the Defence Forces since the 21st of April 1998. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0016/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the mediation agreement associated with the following: https://www.leinsterleader.ie/news/home/727840/20-000-bill-for- mediation-between-kildare-county-council-and-department-of-defence- over-dumping-near-donnelly-s-hollow-in-curragh.html - a copy of any environmental assessment, scoping exercises, cost- benefit analyses or other such records associated with the work required at the site." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0017/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- a copy of any records held referring or relating to the use of disciplinary procedures with regards to Irish troops refusing to patrol in Syria with UNDOF." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0018/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All internal emails relating to a proposal to redevelop Cathal Brugha barracks for housing dated between 25 January and 31 January 2022, including any correspondence between this Department/the Minister and the Department of Housing as well as the Department of Transport/Minister Ryan. " }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0021/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence that relates to media coverage and other correspondence, from 01.05.21 with another Government department, or State agency (to include the Land Development Agency, Defence Forces, etc.) concerning the development or potential development of housing on the site of Cathal Brugha barracks." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0022/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I wish to request, under the Freedom of Information Act, access to a list of all accommodation currently being let by the Department to tenants. I also wish to request details of rent arrears as of the start of 2022 relating to accommodation being let by the Department. Please break down the arrears by area." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of ‘Official Entertainment’ spending for each Minister/Minister of State from June 2020 to date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0025/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records showing the number of employee/official mobile devices - to include smartphones, laptops and tablets - reported lost by or stolen by employees/officials in 2020 and 2021. :: Breakdown of same by device and year :: Whether devices were encrypted or not." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0027/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All Reports/documents/records of communications (all types) from/ about anyone working for the Department of Defence especially members of the Irish Defence Forces who received any adverse reactions from taking any Covid-19 vaccines. These reports/documents/records of communications (all types) requested are for the period 29/12/2020 to 31/1/2022 inclusive." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0028/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Q1. Can you please list the number of devices deployed by your organisation for the following? Q2. Does your organisation have any plans for refreshing or replacing the above devices, if so, can you please provide the indicative or projected expenditure in the below format? Q3. Does your organisation have any plans for developing, refreshing, or replacing IT or ICT software applications, if so, can you please provide the information in the below format?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0029/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any submissions, memos, reports, or other such overview/review/discussion documents prepared for either the Secretary General or the Minister with regard to the abuse and harassment of female members of the Defence Forces. Copies of any correspondence between the department and the DF with regard to the above matters. Both parts of this request to cover the period 1 October 2021 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0030/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Any information the Department of Defence holds regarding the issue of far-right extremism within the Defence Forces, such as official reports, briefing documents, memos, emails, etc., generated during the time period January 2018 to present. 2. Any complaints or correspondence the Department has received from members of the public regarding far-right extremism in the Defence Forces during the same time period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0031/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "We are currently working on a research project funded by the SEAI RD&D fund on “Offshore Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) demonstrator” RD&D project along with Ampyx Power. We would like to exclude the areas where there are offshore military training areas. Do you have information on the location of these areas that you could share with us? Or do you know where can we get it?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0032/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. Details of every Partnership for Peace (PfP) Planning and Review Process (PARP) goal set for Ireland since 1999 including when the goals were set and how many have been satisfactorily completed to date. 2. A copy of every PfP annual report held by the Department of Defence or the Defence Forces or Nato since 2012 3. A copy of the PARP assessment report for Ireland dated June 20, 2019 4. A copy of any other assessment report relating to Defence Forces capabilities under the PfP programme, completed by either Nato or the Department of Defence/Defence Forces, in the last ten years." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0033/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all correspondence between the office of the Minister for Defence, and the office of the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government (as it was then known), which culminated in the issue of S.I. 61/2020, concerning a planning application at Orwell Road in Rathgar." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0034/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The terms of reference, minutes and outputs (i.e., memos, correspondence, etc.) from a steering group set up to oversee the potential transfer of Cathal Brugha barracks to the LDA, and/or the feasibility study into same" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0036/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am writing to you on the issue of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) in the skies over the Republic of Ireland. Can you show any documentation that shows you have no reports of UAP? What monitoring of reports is being carried out? What is being done to record and investigate reports made in the Republic of Ireland?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0037/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under the FOI Act 2014, I am seeking the following: - copies of all records held referring or relating to the decision to charter an aircraft for the use of the Taoiseach for overseas travel in the period between 10 March and 13 March. - copies of all records held referring or relating to maintenance, serviceability, reliability issues concerning the Learjet during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0039/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• The amount spent on the recruitment of women in the Defence Forces in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and to date in 2022. • Correspondence sent/received by the Minister for Defence in relation to the recruitment of women in the Defence Forces in 2021 and to date in 2022. • Correspondence sent/received by the Defence Forces Chief of Staff in relation to the recruitment of women in the Defence Forces." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0042/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1) In the past five years, how many sexual harassment incidents have been reported to the Department of Defence?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0043/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please state how many women and men in your department earn a salary of €100,000 or above, €75,000 or above, and €50,000 or above. Please also state the total number of employees, and how many are full time and part time." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0044/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "- copies of all records held referring or relating to the use of the Ministerial Air Transport Service by the Taoiseach for travel to Brussels and Cork in the period 21 Feb to 28 Feb. I would prefer to receive this information electronically, ideally in its original electronic format." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2022-6670e4aa-fb1f-4dc8-810b-c4f5c5b5e75d.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0045/2022", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "I am writing to you on the issue of Unidentified Flying Objects (UFO) in the skies over the Republic of Ireland. What monitoring of reports is being carried out? What is being done to record and investigate reports made in the Republic of Ireland? Can I request a copy of the documents be sent to me digitally asap so I can study them? Please use search terms that are interchangeable but specific: ‘Unidentified Flying Objects’ and ‘UFO’, ‘Flying Saucer’" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0119/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Information for the period from the start of 2020 to date: The number of investigations initiated by your HR Department under the CS Code of Discipline and the nature of the allegations that gave rise to these investigations; The number of cases in which the Personnel Officer of your Department has taken on the role of Relevant Manager under the CS Code of Discipline and the nature of the allegations in each case; Details of any policy you might have in place that determines which cases will result in the Personnel Officer taking on the role of Relevant Manager under the CS Code of Discipline." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0120/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details requested: The name, address, telephone number and employee count for each organisation and department. The HR and Payroll system. The contact person with their telephone number and email address. The person responsible for that system, the HR Director, or Finance Director or equivalent. The expiry date. When that system’s contract term expires. The Framework. If a particular purchase Framework is used." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0121/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How many males failed entry between 1999-2021? How many males failed training between 1999-2021? How many males UK born entered training between 1999-2021 per year?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0122/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All records on the following: Advertising spend of the Department and its agencies from March 2020 to October 20th 2021. Also outline what proportion of this spend comprised of advertising related to Covid-19." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0123/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the business case, sanction, approval document, or cost benefit analysis associated with the refurbishment of Blocks F and H of McKee Barracks." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0124/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondence (including emails) between the Women of Honour Group and the Defence Minister Simon Coveney, in relation to allegations by the Women of Honour group, since September 2, 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0125/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records that show the number of volunteers that have joined the Civil Defence each year from 2017 to 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0126/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Correspondence between Department of Defence and Department of Health in relation to a HSE/NAS draft business case." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0127/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Oireachtas/Public Representatives", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Regarding complaints received by the Department of Defence from members of the Defence Forces, provide details of how many complaints received for each of the following years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0129/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all internal audit reports completed by or on behalf of the Department since 1 January 2021. Copies of any briefing notes/reports/submissions/memos or otherwise prepared for the Minister or Secretary General arising from the completion of any of the above reports." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0130/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Cost per flight hour of the Pilatus PC12 aircraft." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0132/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all high-level documents referring or relating to an offer of two second-hand C295 aircrafts to the Department/Irish state and the subsequent decision to decline this offer. This request to cover the period 1 January 2020 to 1 January 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0133/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The 2002 Government commissioned report which required the Department of Defence to introduce formal risk management strategies into its management processes" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0134/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of all the costs incurred by the Department associated with the Minister and Minister of State (and Advisors) travelling to COP26 in Glasgow this month. A copy of all receipts received by the Department from the Minister and Minister of State (and Advisors) travelling to COP26 in Glasgow this month. A breakdown of all the costs incurred by the Department associated with staff travelling to COP26 in Glasgow this month. A copy of any briefing documents, research papers, advisory papers, or explanatory documents prepared for the Minister/Minister of State prior to attending COP26." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0135/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "How many employees does the Department have as of Monday, November 15th, 2021? How often does the Department issue payslips to its employees? In what format is this payslip issued. E.g. electronically or a hard copy?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0136/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Files memos records correspondence etc. containing \"UFOs/UAP/s\" received by Minister Coveney this year 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0137/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Information regarding a third party (name provided) to see if he was dismissed from the army for sexual assault in the 70's or any information that would help have him prosecuted and reopen the case." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0138/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All documentation regarding a request by, and permission granted by the Department of Defence to the Kildare Foxhounds to hold an event at the Curragh Camp on November 16 last." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0139/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The figure paid by each person who discharged by purchase prior to completing the service undertaking associated with the CIS Trainee Technician Scheme between 2012 and 2021 and the length of service left on each individuals undertaking." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0142/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Business/Interest Groups", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of foreign tours of duty undertaken between 2000 and 2020 whether on an annual basis or globally over that period" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0143/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between the department and the Defence Forces with regard to maintenance issues and/or the future viability of the Air Corps Learjet. This request to cover the period 1 January 2021 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0144/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Records of any kind in relation to the awarding of Vice Admiral Mellet's 2nd DSM (Honour) Specifically the nominating Person/Persons The assembly of a Medal Board and its deliberations etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q4-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0147/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": null, "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the decision by the Defence Forces to cease serving or consumption of alcohol by personnel on overseas duty." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q3-2021-cd867d58-6a74-4ee4-89cd-723b6f14e43e.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0051/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Handled outside of FOI", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Information regarding the number of personnel and the gender breakdown of such personnel since 2000. If possible including the breakdown of numbers sent on UN peacekeeping operations and the gender breakdown." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between the Department and the Defence Forces with regard to the @DefenceIreland social media account during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0065/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Handled outside of FOI", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Have you commenced to roll out diversity and inclusion training in the workplace to promote the visibility of the LGBTQI+ Community? Who is providing this training i.e. in-house training branch or specific organisations such as Teni, BelongTo, Shout Out etc.Have you signed up as members of any of these organisations and please specify which organisations if you have. How many training days will each staff member receive, and is this training compulsory? Please provide a copy of documents/manuals provided for the diversity and inclusion training." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0067/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Handled outside of FOI", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The amount of money spent in euros on advertising through paid- for or “sponsored” social media posts or campaigns, with a breakdown by social media outlet and nature of advertisement in" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "each of the years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q2-2021-b2efdd24-f849-49f4-8b65-0b1b9bbcc552.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "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." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0013/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the Air Corps Employee control framework / CS4 establishment. A copy of any documentation from the DF to DOD which requests a change to the establishment in the Air Corps to provide for Mission System Operators or Intelligence Analysts on the PC12 aircraft for No 1 Operations Wing." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "If any delays in the expected publication of the Irish Veterans Charter and if a publish date has been agreed." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "of Defence pertaining to the publication of the Defence Forces Review 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0018/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Defence Forces Superannuation Schemes, or information on disability benefits under the Army Pensions Acts and the procedures for applying for same in relation to soldiers serving from 2004 to present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0023/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring or relating to the decision to use an Air Corps plane for the following deportation flight (as per this newspaper article: https://www.irishtimes.com/news/crime-and-law/air-corps- used-to-deport-criminals-to-lithuania-due-to-pandemic- 1.4477397)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0028/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A spreadsheet/database/record of the amount paid out by the department/Defence Forces in compensation and the number of claims for the period 2018, 2019, 2020. I would like this information broken down in as much detail as possible while protecting personal information e.g. by claim type, award amount, number of cases, year, whether claim involved DF member or civilian etc." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0030/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Oireachtas / Public Representative", "decision_status": "Withdrawn", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Please provide full details of all Department of Defence employees by Grade from Secretary General to Clerical Officer for the years 1994 to 2020." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0031/2021", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Others", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Under FOI, I am requesting information as to the allocation Naval Service enlisted resources assigned to the position of Stewards. By definition, those enlisted resources who undertake duties full - time to serving the needs of Commissioned Officers, either within the confides of : a. The Officers mess in Haulbowline b. Assigned to such duties aligned to the Wardroom of Naval Ships, either operational or non - operational." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-q1-2021.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "To aid the response, I am seeking the numbers only of ratings at Ordinary (OS) or Able (AB) rank." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "prepared for the minister or secretary general relating to the procurement of the above aircraft." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "2019 to date, correspondence with the relevant charity, the Charities Regulator, and An Garda Síochána during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Air Corps. This is cover the period 1 January 2020 to date of receipt of the request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Wing, the General Officer Commanding the Air Corps, The Deputy Chief of Staff Operations or the Chief of Staff?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "General of your Department along with the pre-budget submission." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0088/2020", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All information related to the expulsion, firing or discharge of any members from the Defence Forces. I would like numerical data for incidents in the period with comparisons based on at least one (the most recent) prior year. I would also like documents relating to dismissals if they resulted from a behavioural complaint. Request to cover the period 1/1/2020 to the current date." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0094/2020", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Transferred", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Access to the entire contract (Tender CPC 02/2019 – Bespoke Tailoring & Uniforms) awarded to CDHC." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2020-2106a63b-a10d-4afc-815c-8db8609eb8f5.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0098/2020", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "G r a n t e d", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. All records relating to the costs spent on providing equipment such as computers, desks, chairs and other items in order to facilitate government employees from your Department who have been working from home since the Covid-19 pandemic began. The timeframe for this request is: March 2020 until November 2020. Please provide records with the names of each item (chair, desk) and how much each item cost. 2. All records relating to the costs spent on providing equipment such as computers, desks, chairs and other items in order to facilitate your Departments Minister working from home since the Covid-19 pandemic began in March 2020 until November 2020. Please provide records with the names of each item (chair, desk) and how much each item cost and who each item was for." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Maritime (semi) autonomous Systems for Mine Countermeasures (MAS MCM), Upgrade of Maritime Surveillance, Counter Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS), Military Mobility, Energy Operational Function (EOF), European Secure software defined Radio (ESSOR), Cyber Threats and Incident Response Information Sharing Platform, and EU Radio navigation Solution (EURAS)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0044/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions made to Minister Kehoe (FOI 0026 2019 refers): 0315/19 - recommendations regarding recruitment and retention." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0045/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Refused", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions made to Minister Kehoe (FOI 0026 2019 refers): 037/19 - Jadotville medal (proposed replies)" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0046/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the following submissions made to Minister Kehoe (FOI 0026 2019 refers): 048/19 - DR to Letter from COS re: IMG" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "recommendations of the Working Group on Malaria Chemoprophylaxis." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The total price of the winning tender. Please state the price ex vat." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(d) What Irish, EU and International safety standards is Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment complying with for the 5G strategy and existing 5G technology. (e) I request proof e.g. a certificate from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment that confirms that UK, EU and International safety standards for workers and the public have been meet. 1.4 If no, I request to know when you will be chairing a 5G strategy? 2. I request the name/s of the Officer/s in charge of the 5G strategy and roll out for 5G and Smart Cities; and who their subject area expert or consultancy is, their CV and qualifications on 5G and Smart Cities. 3. Are you in talks with any experts, companies or entities about autonomous vehicles (AV) for public transport and/or private use on Public Highways?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "3.1 If yes, I request to see the complete strategy, its ambitions and its objectives in PPTX, Word, PDF or picture format. 3.2 I also request a supplementary document that includes all levels of detail on: (a) Companies and entities involved and the names of the company/entity officers? (b) Specification sheets of all technology. (c) What type of communication system will the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment be utilising to control the vehicles? (d) What Irish, EU and International safety standards does your AV strategy and rollout comply with? (e) I request proof e.g. a certificate from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment that confirms that UK, EU and International safety standards for workers and the public have been meet." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "4. Do you have a strategy for smart roads and smart signage on Public Highways and Public spaces? 4.1 If yes, I request to see the complete strategy, its ambitions and its objectives in PPTX, Word, PDF or picture format. 4.2 I also request a supplementary document that includes all levels of detail on: (a) Companies and entities involved and the names of the company/entity officers? (b) Specification sheets of all technology. (c) What technology e.g. units and arrays will not be 5G, but can be 5G enabled e.g. with current software, future software, hardware upgrades or retrofitting etc (you must be specific on anything here)? (d) What Irish, EU and International safety standards does your 5G strategy and rollout comply with? (e) I request proof e.g. a certificate from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment that confirms that UK, EU and" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "International safety standards for workers and the public have been meet. 5. Are you planning to rollout or have rolled out LED street lighting? 5.1 If yes, please answer these questions: (a) What is the CMS and specification of the software and hardware of the LED street light system? (b) What type of waveform is the LED? e.g. Square wave? (c) Can you control the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) of the streetlight system using the CMS? (d) Can you control the PWM of each streetlight that’s connected to the system? (e) What restrictions do you have in place for the control of the PWM? (f) What is the Irish, EU and International safety limit (low and high) for the amount of ‘flicker’ (Hz) the Human Body and eyes can be exposed to and for how long?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(g) I request to see the training manual and safety operation manual for the CMS and the LED streetlight system. (h) Who is the company who is or has installed the CMS LED streetlight system? (i) What company maintains and repairs the CMS and LED streetlight system? (j) What entity and Officer is responsible for the safety standards for the CMS and LED streetlight system? (k) I request proof e.g. a certificate from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment that confirms that Irish, EU and International safety standards for workers and the public have been meet. (l) What is the amount of Blue Light leakage that’s safe for the public and workers during the LED streetlights operation? (m) What level of LED streetlight exposure is safe for the public at daytime and night time? (n) Is there a legal requirement for diffusers to be fitted to LED streetlights?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(o) How have you have addressed the amount of Oxidative Stress on Human and Animal cells that’s produced from LED? 5.2 If no, then I request a declaration from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment that you will not be installing LED streetlights in the future. If you cannot provide a declaration, I would like the following answered in the future tense: (a) What is the CMS and specification of the software and hardware of the LED street light system? (b) What type of waveform is the LED? e.g. Square wave? (c) Can you control the Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) of the streetlight system using the CMS? (d) Can you control the PWM of each streetlight that’s connected to the system? (e) What restrictions do you have in place for the control of the PWM? (f) What is the Irish, EU and International safety limit (low and high) for the amount of ‘flicker’" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(Hz) the Human Body and eyes can be exposed to and for how long? (g) I request to see the training manual and safety operation manual for the CMS and the LED streetlight system. (h) Who is the company who is or has installed the CMS LED streetlight system? (i) What company maintains and repairs the CMS and LED streetlight system? (j) What entity and Officer is responsible for the safety standards for the CMS and LED streetlight system? (k) I request proof e.g. a certificate from [Council] that confirms that UK, EU and International safety standards for workers and the public have been meet. (l) What is the amount of Blue Light leakage that’s safe for the public and workers during the LED streetlights operation? (m) What level of LED streetlight exposure is safe for the public at daytime and night time?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "(n) Is there a legal requirement for diffusers to be fitted to LED streetlights? (o) How have you have addressed the amount of Oxidative Stress on Human and Animal cells that’s produced from LED? 6. Where do you have 3G and 4G systems in public spaces and public roads?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "clg-the-dep-1/). This request to cover the period 1 May 2019 to date of receipt of this request." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Department of Defence personnel relating to the naval service in the months of June 2019 and July 2019" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0128/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "23/10/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Details of all available expenses incurred by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and junior minister Paul Kehoe and all travelling officials for trips to New York for UN meetings in September 2019. The records should include details: The number of officials that travelled; Flights including whether they were economy/business class/first class and costs incurred by any flight cancellations; Accommodation costs; Subsistence claims; Transport costs; Spending on gifts for dignitaries; Copies of all receipts/invoices submitted in support of expenses claims/spending for the trips." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0129/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "24/10/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any correspondence between your department and the Irish Red Cross with regard to the state's annual contribution to the organisation each year. This request to cover the period 1 January 2018 to date of receipt of the request. Copies of any internal audits, reviews, submissions, memoranda or other such records discussing or" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "referring to the provision of grant in aid to the Red Cross. This request to cover same period as above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0131/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "15/10/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Access to records held by the Department of Taoiseach dated between March 1, 2019 and 04/10/2019. The request relates to correspondence and meetings with Irish Rail officials and representatives and, partially, to the following lobbying activity: https://www.lobbying.ie/return/52849/iarnr%C3%B3d- %C3%A9ireann-irish-rail. A record of correspondence, including but not limited to letters, emails, briefing documents, draft briefing documents, reports, draft reports, memos and text messages between Irish Rail and Minister Kehoe’s office about the development of Rosslare Europort. A record of meetings between Irish Rail and Minister Kehoe’s office about the development of Rosslare Europort." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0132/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "24/10/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The amount of money spent across the department on hosting Christmas parties between November and December 2018. The items that were presented by your department to state, semi-state and foreign bodies as Christmas gifts between November and December 2018." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0133/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "04/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all correspondence (including emails) between (to and from) the Defence Forces and the Minister of State for Defence, Paul Kehoe, in relation to Defence Forces pay since January 1, 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0134/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "14/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The release of information concerning the publication of the 'Revolution Files' content in today's Irish Times (15 October), including details of any money paid to the Irish Times for the publication of the content, any correspondence with Irish Times editors regarding the 'Revolution Files' and minutes of meetings, meeting notes or meeting logs taken where members of the Department of Defence and representatives of the Irish Times were present." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0135/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "12/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A breakdown of the total cost of the Department's presence at the National Ploughing Championship 2019. The number of staff deployed from the Department for the event and the cost of deploying the staff with a breakdown of the expenses. The cost of the Department's stand at the National Ploughing Championship and breakdown of the costs." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0137/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "03/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the 2013 Working Group Report on Malaria Chemoprophylaxis also known as \"the larium working group report/working group report on Lariam\"." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the 2017 Working Group Report on Malaria Chemoprophyaxis. All versions of the above reports to include drafts and any updates made to the original report between 2013&2017. The terms of reference for the Working Group during the commission of both the 2013 & 2017 reports. The minutes of all the working group on malaria chemoprophylaxis, medical advisory group and implementation group meetings, recommendations, reports and findings." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0138/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "19/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Any correspondence between the Department of Defence at the grades of APO and above with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in respect of capital projects for the Defence Forces in 2020 for the period of 1 April 2019 up to budget day 8 October 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0140/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "27/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence between Enda O'Coineen and the department of in the last 6 months. Any internal correspondence, memos, presentations, documents generated as a result of the correspondence between Enda O'Coineen and the department." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0141/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "22/11/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of the pre-budget submission from the Department to the Department of Finance ahead of Budget 2020. A copy of any cover, explanatory or accompanying letters sent by the Minister or Secretary General of your Department along with the pre-budget submission." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0142/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "03/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of submissions submitted to the Minister through the e-submission channel to cover the period from 1/10/2019 – 4/11/2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0145/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "11/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Report regarding dump (land fill) at Donnollys Hollow, Curragh." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0146/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "13/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copy of all correspondence (including emails) between (to and from) the office of Minister Paul Kehoe and the Air Corps in relation to the air ambulance service (emergency aeromedical service) since January 1, 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0147/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "17/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The time and date of a decision made by then then Minister for Defence to consult with the Minister for Transport to appoint the AAIU / DTTAS as the investigators in a fatal air crash involving an Air Corps aircraft which occurred on the 12th October 2019. The" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "initial investigative lead was performed by the Air Corps flight safety officer." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0148/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "19/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence to and from Minister of State Paul Kehoe which reference the Air Ambulance Service in Athlone, air ambulance services in Connacht, and air ambulance services provided by the Air Corps since the beginning of this year." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0149/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "02/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All invoices in relation to spending on make-up, cosmetics and hair styling (to include both products and services) by the Department in 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0154/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "19/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of the actual mileage claim forms submitted by each minister, minister of state at your department for the calendar year 2019. A spreadsheet/table indicating how much was paid in mileage to each minister and minister of state at your department for the calendar year 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0155/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "20/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All correspondence (including any meeting minutes, emails, briefing notes and memos) of discussions between the Department of Defence and the Department of An Taoiseach or internal departmental discussions on the use of the government jet to travel to Zagreb, Croatia on November 20th-22nd, 2019." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0156/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "23/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The total cost of funding provided to Civil Defence units in Counties Longford, Leitrim, Roscommon, Cavan and Monaghan in the years, 2017, 2018 and to date in 2019 in tabular form? The number of people officially accredited to work with Civil Defence units in Counties Longford, Leitrim, Roscommon, Cavan and Monaghan in the years, 2017, 2018 and to date in 2019 in tabular form? The total number of events that Civil Defence units assisted with in Counties Longford, Leitrim, Roscommon, Cavan and Monaghan in the years, 2017, 2018 and to date in 2019 in tabular form?" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0157/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "06/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A list of all payments made on your behalf to any supplier in a currency other than the Euro, for the first three quarters of this calendar year. Showing the currency paid, the amount paid, a brief description of what was being procured, the bank/FX payment provider who processed the transaction, the cost of the transaction ( the cost of the foreign currency in Euro's ) , the cost of any additional bank charges. A list of all receipts in a foreign currency other than the Euro, charged by you to any customer." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0158/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "23/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The number of men and women employed by the department in each of the following salary bands. How many workers in each category are part-time." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Employees will be assumed to be full time otherwise. €0-24,999 €25,000-49,999 €50,000-74,999 €75,000-99,999 €100,000-124,999 €125,000-149,999 €150,000-174,999 €175,000-199,999 €200,000-€224,999 €225,000- 249,999 €250,000-274,999 €275,000-€299,999 €300,000 and above" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0159/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Oireachtas", "decision_status": "06/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "All details of contacts from former Air Corps Pilots with the Department of Defence seeking information about or requesting an application to re-enlist and be recommissioned. This request should include all forms of communication letters, emails, telephone calls." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0160/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "20/12/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "A copy of all representations and correspondence to and from the Minister and special advisors, briefing documents and memos regarding the use of Defence Forces property (army barracks and others) as accommodation centres for international protection applicants and those seeking asylum. This includes both as designated direct provision centres and as emergency accommodation." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0161/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "06/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of all records held referring/relating to planning of transport for the Taoiseach's trip to the EPP congress in Zagreb." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0162/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "06/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any inspection reports or other such reviews of standards of accommodation for recruits at the Curragh military camp. This request to cover the period 1 January 2018 to date of receipt of the request. Copies of any correspondence between the Department and the DF with regard to conditions for recruits at the Curragh military camp during the same period." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0163/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "07/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any briefings, submissions, or other such review or explanatory documents prepared for the Minister or the Secretary General relating to DF decision to curtail air ambulance service. Copies of any correspondence between your department and the Air Corps relating to the above." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0164/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "07/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "Copies of any records held referring or relating to the possibility that unused military barracks could be used for the purposes of providing accommodation for asylum seekers. This request to cover the period 1 September 2019 to date of its receipt." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2019-c85f2f5e-3495-405f-a35d-4bb31b1b7bd4.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0165/2019", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "09/01/2019", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "The full travel, security and advisory costs incurred by the Department in the operation to repatriate an Irish national and her child to Ireland since September 1 2019: A breakdown of the above costs, including: The numbers of trips The numbers of people travelling in each party The cost of flights, accommodation and meals The cost of advice or consultancy or reports of any kind relevant to the operation & commissioned by the Department Costs of external security services related to the operation" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0059/2018", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Journalist", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1.Copies of any correspondence (emails, letters, memos, etc) dating from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2012 between former Department of Finance secondary secretary general Donal McNally and former Department of Defence secretary general Michael Howard relating to the awarding of the contract to Babcock Marine for the purchase of vessels for the Irish Naval Service. 2. Copies of any records dating between January 1, 2009 and May 1, 2018 showing the cost of the contracts awarded to Babcock Marine for the purchase of vessels for the Irish Naval Service and details of the tenders submitted by unsuccessful bidders. In relation to the second category, to avoid issues of commercial sensitivity, the department does not need to identify the unsuccessful bidders, only the amounts they bid for the contracts. If the records are voluminous and could lead to prohibitive costs being imposed on this FOI Act request, perhaps the department could provide the amounts for the successful and unsuccessful bids in the case of each contract awarded to Babcock and not the records, though my preference would be to obtain copies of records." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "0085/2018", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Other", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "1. How many Full Time Service members currently in the service to June 2018 – All Ranks 2. According to legislation how many full time members is the Naval Service supposed to have – All Ranks 3. How many Naval service members have retired after full service in the last two years – 2017 to 2018 – All Ranks 4. How many Naval service members have withdrawn from service / paid their way out of service in the last two years – All Ranks 5. Budget spent on the Naval service 2017 & to date 2018 6. Details of Minimum wage 2018 7. Are serving members of the Defence Forces across the board exempt from being paid the minimum wage. 8. A break down in relation to how many personnel by law are required on Board each of the ships below before it can carry out duties at sea. • L.É. EITHNE P 31 • L.É. ORLA P 41 • L.É. CÍARA P 42 • L.É. RÓISÍN P 51 • L.É. NIAMH P 52 • L.É SAMUEL BECKETT P61 • L.É JAMES JOYCE P62" }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "103/2018", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "Solicitors", "decision_status": "Part-Granted", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "• Access to the following records relating to the RFTs for Grass Management airside at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel. which I believe to be held by the Department of Defence: o Names of all tenderers who submitted tenders in response to the RFTs; o Copies of the proposals submitted by each tenderer (including their financial proposals); and o All documents, analyses, assessments and evaluations conducted by the Department in evaluating each tender received." }, { "public_body_id": 1005, "name": "Department of Defence", "file_url": "https://assets.gov.ie/static/documents/foi-disclosure-log-2018.pdf", "file_type": "pdf", "foi_reference_id": "", "decision_date": null, "requester_type": "", "decision_status": "", "review_status": null, "related_request": null, "request_description": "2. Minutes of all meetings between the Minister/Department of Defence and European Council, European Commission and Operation Sophia Command representatives in regard to Eunavfor Med (Operation Sophia) which involve discussion of the Irish Navy's role in Operation Sophia, and which inculde specific reference to Irish expertise in maritme search and rescue. 3. All correspondence between the Department of Defence and the European Council, European Commission and Operation Sophia Command in regards to Eunavfor Med (Operation Sophia) in which it is set out/agreed that the Irish Navy is participating in Operation Sophia solely in a humanitarian search and rescue role. 4. Minutes of all meetings between the Minister/Department of Defence and European Council, European Commission and Operation Sophia Command representatives in regard to Eunavfor Med (Operation Sophia) which involve discussion of the Irish Navy's role in Operation Sophia and which involve specific reference to the Irish Navy participating in Operation Sophia solely in a humanitarian search and rescue role." } ]