Author Archives: William Campbell

Lt Ken Hanley RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant Kenneth (Ken) Hanley of Bellevue Court, Old Youghal Road, Cork and formerly of Dillon Terrace, Ballina, on the 25th of March, unexpectedly. Much beloved son of the late Peter and Joan Hanley, Ballina, County Mayo, dearest brother to sister Gráinne (Dowling), brothers David, Niall […]

Capt John Clarke RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Captain John Clarke, Cornelscourt, Newbridge, County Kildare and late of Ballyknockan, County Wicklow on 24th March 2022. Sadly missed by his loving wife Elsie, sons and daughter, Jim, Maria, Sean, Pat and Peter, daughters-in-law Fran, Bernie, Eimear and Geraldine, son-in-law Major-General Kieran Brennan (Retd), grandchildren, […]

Independent Review Group – Defence Forces

The Minister for Defence has established the Independent Review Group, comprised of independent external experts, to examine behaviours in the Defence Forces, and to make recommendations on the measures required to underpin a workplace based on dignity and respect. The Independent Review Group is now accepting submissions from individuals and organisations on issues relevant to […]

Capt Declan Whelan RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Captain Declan Whelan of Clonskeagh, Dublin. Peacefully, on Sunday 27th February 2022 in his 92nd year, in the wonderful care of all in Vergemount, Clonskeagh. Loved and loving husband of Brenda for 65 years, and dear father of Barbara, Adrienne, David, Una and Brian. Proud […]

Capt Noel Shannon RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Captain Noel Shannon of Montenotte, Cork City and late of Ranelagh, Dublin. On February 14th, 2022, peacefully, in the tender care of the staff at Marymount Hospice and in the presence of his loving family. Dearly loved husband of Angie, loving father of Eoin, Sadhbh […]

Lt Col Pearse McCorley RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Lieutenant Colonel Pearse McCorley of Moore Avenue, Newbridge, County Kildare. On 13th February 2022 (peacefully) at The Hermitage Clinic, Dublin, surrounded by his loving family. Sadly missed by his five children, nine grandchildren, sister, extended family, relatives and friends. May Pearse Rest In Peace – […]

Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces

The Minister for Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Simon Coveney T.D., has today, (9th February 2022), welcomed the publication of the report of the Commission on the Defence Forces. LINK TO THE REPORT The Minister said: “This report proposes significant changes for the Defence Forces and Defence provision in Ireland. The report poses […]

Vacancy – Assistant Secretary, Defence Capability (People) – Department of Defence

An interesting position has been advertised on the publicjobs.ie website. The Department of Defence is recruiting an Assistant Secretary, Defence Capability (People). In the context of the recently released Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces, this could be a very interesting if not challenging appointment. LINK TO THE JOB ADVERTISMENT If interested members […]

Holistic Approach to Addressing Instability and Insecurity

Holistic Approach to Addressing Instability and Insecurity by Paul Amoroso in Counter-IED Report Winter 2021/22 Paul Amoroso’s paper, in the latest edition of the Counter-IED Report, will be of interest to our members and indeed to a wider audience. The link to Paul’s paper is HERE. While many will acknowledge the rationale in approaching security […]

Comdt Terry McNulty RIP

RIP

ARCO regrets to inform its members of the death of Commandant John T A (Terry) McNulty of Terenure, Dublin; Greenmount, Dingle, County Kerry; and Roscrea, County Tipperary. On 12th January 2022 (peacefully) at Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross. Beloved husband of Ann and loving father of Aidan, Siobhan, Ciara and Eileen. Sadly missed by his […]

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