The Association of Retired Commissioned Officers congratulates the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, and the Irish Mission at the United Nations under the leadership of Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason, on Ireland’s successful campaign for an elected seat on the UN Security Council for the 2021 – 2022 term. The Security Council, made up of […]
Category Archives: News
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Jun
Jun
Please follow this LINK to view a message from the Chief of Staff, Vice-Admiral Mark Mellett DSM, to the members of Óglaigh na hÉireann, both serving and retired, and to their families, on the Defence Forces’ continued mission to support the citizens of Ireland against COVID19.
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May
May
Our Social Media Platforms with Linkedin, Twitter and Facebook were recently activated and can be accessed through the links provided on the Home Page of this website. Members who avail of social media are invited to access ARCOIreland’s platforms, and register as a “contact” with LinkedIn and, in the case of Twitter and Facebook, as […]
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May
May
The Citizens Information website, citizensinformation.ie, which is referred to frequently in our updated Family Support Booklet (our booklet also includes a Personal Affairs Checklist), provides fast and easy access to comprehensive information on rights and entitlements. The website covers a wide range of subjects and services of interest to our members including: health, entitlements for older […]
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Apr
Apr
This year’s Defence Forces Review 2020 on the theme of ‘The global island: Strategic implications for Irish defence planning in the evolving geopolitical landscape,’ will be published in collaboration with DCU School of Law and Government, and launched in conjunction with an academic seminar held at DCU in December 2020. Papers are invited for submission […]
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Apr
Apr
Launch of Redesigned Website – April 2020 ARCOIreland communicates with its members by e mail, text-a-message and postings on its website. Our redesigned website has just been launched and its site map may be viewed here. The project was undertaken by ARCOIreland’s Web Master, Dermot Kelly and its Web Manager, Commandant Billy Campbell (Retd). The […]
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Apr
Apr
Here is a story to lift the heart and the soul in these dark days. It’s about Tom Gunn, an 82 year old retired member of the Defence Forces who served in the Congo and survived the Siege of Jadotville. Very recently Tom survived another battle. This time it was with COVID-19 and took place […]
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Apr
Apr
Some of our homeless comrades are facing even greater difficulties during the current COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis. ONE is appealing for help for these veterans who must still survive on the streets during this pandemic. They need your help urgently. ONE has set up a text donation system. To donate simply text ‘Flag’ to 50300 to […]
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Mar
Mar
Background COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, is a new viral respiratory illness that can affect your lungs and airways. Ireland’s first case of coronavirus was confirmed on 29 February 2020. The Government remains proactive in implementing measures to protect citizens by delaying the spread of COVID-19. ARCOIreland’s members are encouraged to follow the Government’s advice, […]
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Jan
Jan
Introduction The General Election on Saturday, 08 February provides ARCOIreland with ample opportunities: To inform election candidates of the absolute need to promote the rights, interests, quality of life, services, and welfare of retired officers, and eligible spouses or civil partners, and To advocate for the Defence Forces, including its personnel, its veterans, and the […]