HSS Hire Small Tools Fitter in Dublin may suit a Defence Forces Veteran

HSS Hire has a role for a Small Tools Fitter in Dublin that may suit a qualified Defence Forces Veteran At HSS Hire we have an exciting opportunity for a Small Tools Fitter to […]

Closure of Ulster Bank and KBC Accounts

Closure of Ulster Bank and KBC Accounts As you may be aware Ulster Bank and KBC are withdrawing from the Irish market and have commenced their notification process with their […]

Bus Eireann Professional Bus Driver Training Programme & Full-Time, Part-Time & Seasonal Vacancies

Professional Bus Driver Training Programme. Full-Time, Part-Time & Seasonal Vacancies Our drivers are the public face of Bus Éireann, every day serving our customers, young and old, in the spirit […]

Ward Personnel have jobs in Cork City and Co Cork suitable for Veterans

JOBS SUITABLE FOR DEFENCE FORCES VETERANS WITH WARD PERSONNEL Ward Personnel are one of Ireland’s leading recruitment service providers in the Construction and Industrial sectors. We provide all types and […]

Global Risk Solutions Ltd. are recruiting static guards in Dublin

Job Opportunities in the Greater Dublin Area suitable to Defence Forces Veterans Global Risk Solutions Ltd. are currently recruiting static guards for ongoing projects in the Dublin area. PSA Static […]

CD Coaches Kilkenny hiring B & D1 drivers for CIE school runs

JOBS SUITABLE FOR DEFENCE FORCES VETERANS CD Coaches Kilkenny are hiring both category B & D1 drivers for CIE school runs. Requirements are as follows: Aged 25-70 Roughly 20 hours […]

ONE will launch its annual Fuchsia Appeal at Cork’s City Hall on 2nd Sept 2022

ONE will launch its annual Fuchsia Appeal at Cork’s City Hall at 11:30hrs on Friday 2nd September 2022. Minister for Defence Simon Coveney TD and Defence Forces Chief of Staff, […]

Launch of New Website for the National Shared Services Office (NSSO)

Launch of New Website for the National Shared Services Office (NSSO) Important information for those in receipt of a Military or Civil Service Pension. The new NSSO website www.nsso.gov.ie replaces […]

Are you tough enough for Hell and Back?

ARE YOU TOUGH ENOUGH?   Hell & Back is on the 1st October 2022   SUPPORT OUR VETERANS & Fundraise for ONE   Age from: 16+
Cost from: €67 (8Km) – […]

National Services Day launched in Dublin Castle

Today, Caroline Conroy the Lord Mayor of Dublin launched the National Services Day in Dublin Castle. In the press launch at 15:00 hrs on 18th August in the Upper Yard, Dublin […]

ISSUE 04 AUGUST 2022 OF ONE’S NEWSLETTER

ONE’s Newsletter Vol 1 Issue 4 August 2022 is now available. Topics include: * Enduring Power of Attorney * ONE Challenge 2022 Update * ONE Lotto * Upcoming Courses & Training, […]

MACKER: KITBAG FULL OF LIES Book

Today we met Defence Forces Veteran Paddy McGowan and his good friend James M Harpur who together wrote and published a book of 50 short stories and would like to donate some of […]

Dept of Defence invites applications for Civilian Clerk

Open Recruitment Competition for the position of Civilian Clerk Multiple locations Closing Date: 5:30pm on Friday, 12th August 2022 Applications will not be accepted after this time The Department of Defence invites applications for […]

JOIN OUR TEAM – 23 new members joined us in July

JOIN OUR TEAM – 23 new members joined us in July – Our membership is open for 2022 to new members (cost €25 per annum). Membership is another opportunity to […]

Job with the Embassy of Denmark in Dublin

The Danish Embassy in Ireland currently has a role suitable for a Defence Forces Veteran. Vacant position as combined chauffeur and administrative officer at the Embassy of Denmark in Dublin. […]

CE Scheme Opportunity – Receptionist, Old Youghal Rd., Mayfield

CE Scheme Opportunity – Receptionist, Old Youghal Rd., Mayfield with the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) * Greeting visitors in a positive, helpful manner. * Instructing in the signing-in […]

CE Scheme Opportunity – Cleaner, Old Youghal Rd, Cork

CE Scheme Opportunity – Cleaner, Old Youghal Rd., Mayfield with the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) Job Description * Perform various cleaning actions such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, […]

Fundraisers Needed

Like most charities, ONE is always looking for volunteers to fundraise for our cause to help and assist former members of the Defence Forces who have fallen on hard times […]

ONE Golf Classic 2022

ONE held its annual Golf Classic in Cobh Golf Club on Friday the 8th of July 2022. Pictured at the Golf Classic in Cobh are L/R Pat Feen Branch Chairman […]

RAISE A FLAG – Charity Donation Scheme

ONE NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT   ONE’s total operational budget for 2022 is €1,020,000. State funding, coupled with support from our primary Charity Partner, The Leopardstown Park Hospital Trust and contributions […]

THE FIRST ALL-FEMALE ELECTED OFFICERS WILL LEAD A NEW ONE BRANCH IN SOUTH TIPPERARY

THE FIRST ALL-FEMALE ELECTED OFFICERS WILL LEAD A NEW ONE BRANCH IN SOUTH TIPPERARY (CLONMEL) This year sees the first time all-female elected officers will lead out a branch of […]

ONE’s CEO Cormac Kirwan interview with Damien Tiernan on WLR FM

Listen to ONE’s CEO Cormac Kirwan discussing Veterans Services and revitalising our Veterans Branch in Waterford with Damien Tiernan on his show ‘Déise Today’ on WLR FM this morning. https://www.one-veterans.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Cormac-Kirwan-WLR-Interview.mp3 […]

ISSUE 03 JUNE 2022 OF ONE’S NEWSLETTER

ONE’s new newsletter Vol 1 Issue 3 June 2022 is available now. Topics include: Mental Health for Veterans and their families, and Veteran Support Officer help Update from the CEO […]

CEO interview on Connemara Community Radio

Listen to ONE’s CEO Cormac Kirwan discussing the service ONE provides to Defence Forces Veterans including housing for homeless veterans and counselling and mental health services on “Magazine Programme” with […]

Men’s Health Week June 13th – 19th 2022

Men’s Health Week June 13th – 19th International Men’s Health Week (MHW) always begins on the Monday before Father’s Day and ends on Father’s Day itself. Each year, there is […]

Walk This Way 2022 – Wicklow Way Fundraiser

Tomorrow, Saturday 11th June 2022 two Veterans will trek 132km of the Wicklow Way in 30hrs for ONE Veterans Charity. This long trek will be done by good friends and […]

THE ONE CHALLENGE 2022 – VIRTUAL EVENT

THE ONE CHALLENGE 2022 – VIRTUAL EVENT The Irish Army served with honour in the Congo from 1960 to 1964. When the last Irish soldiers left the Congo in 1964, a […]

Job suitable to Defence Forces Veteran

Job suitable to Defence Forces Veteran Pinto, a Mexican Themed Restaurant in Phibsboro owned by a Defence Forces Veteran is urgently seeking general operatives with Chef/Kitchen skills for full and […]

Military Transition with JP Morgan Military Veterans Affairs

Career Transition J.P. Morgan Military Veterans Affairs has now invited interested individuals to join them for an informational and networking event: Career Transition – J.P. Morgan & Irish Defence Forces […]

ONE National Golf Classic 2022

The ONE National Golf Classic takes place in Cobh Golf Club on Friday 8th July 2022   Supporting Homeless Veterans & our Veteran Support Centres in Cobh & Cork   […]

ONE Challenge is launched in Dundalk

ONE Challenge is launched in Dundalk in Memory of our 26 Fallen Congo Comrades The Irish Army served with honour in the Congo from 1960 – 1964. When the last Irish […]

Sleeping Flags campaign goes nationwide

Irish Defence Forces Veterans Charity takes Sleeping Flags campaign nationwide – The annual campaign will see ONE members on the streets today 21st May with symbolic tricolour sleeping bags to […]

Issue 02 May 2022 of ONE’s Newsletter

ONE’s new newsletter Vol 1 Issue 2 May 2022 is available now. Topics include: Sleeping Flags National Fundraiser Air Corps celebrates the 100th handover of Baldonnel Branch News – New […]

6th Annual Irish Military Seminar, 4-11 June 2022

This event will be of great interest to all veterans and serving personnel and those interested in military history. Here are some of the events from the 6th Annual Irish […]

US Embassy Dublin is hiring Security Guards suitable for Defence Forces Veterans

The US Embassy Dublin is hiring 3 X Security Guards that would suit Defence Forces Veterans Salary: EUR €32,517* – The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours […]

HSS Hire has a role for a Fitter/Engineer that may suit a qualified Defence Forces Veteran 

HSS Hire has a role for a Fitter/Engineer that may suit a qualified Defence Forces Veteran At HSS Hire we have an exciting opportunity for a Fitter / Engineer to join our […]

Provincial has roles suitable to Defence Forces Veterans

Provincial has a number of roles that would be suitable to former members of the Defence Forces.   Corporate Security Officer – Grange Castle, Dublin 24, Ireland https://api.occupop.com/shared/job/corporate-security-officer-grange-castle-3c16b/CM   Corporate […]

IT Carlow – Defence Forces Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme

IT Carlow/Defence Forces Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) scheme is open to Permanent Defence Forces Veterans. Five places have been made available to former PDF members who meet the criteria […]

Air Corps celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the handover of Baldonnel

The Irish Air Corps celebrated the 100th Anniversary of the handover of Baldonnel Aerodrome today. On the 3rd of May 2022, many veterans, distinguished guests gathered along with serving personnel […]

Richmond is looking for a Head of Supply Chain

Richmond is looking for a Head of Supply Chain, which may suit Defence Forces Veteran Location: Parkwest Industrial Park, Dublin 12 Department: Supply Chain Reporting to: Commercial Director THE COMPANY […]

Job Opportunities with Energoinvest ReachActive 

JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH ENERGOINVEST REACHACTIVE  ReachActive is currently seeking to fill a range of roles in Electrical Engineering, Overhead Lines and Trenching and Ducting in locations across the Republic of Ireland.  This will […]

Vhi Women’s Mini-Marathon

Are you interested in running or walking as a fundraiser for ONE Veterans Charity? The Vhi Women’s Mini-Marathon is on Bank Holiday Sunday the 5th of June. Starting at 2 […]

Reconnaissance Group is hiring Security Operatives

Reconnaissance Group is hiring Security Operatives in Wicklow Town that may suit a Defence Forces Veterans’ Role: Security operatives. Location: Wicklow Town. Pay: €13 per hour. Hours: Monday-Sunday Evening shifts PSA […]

Easter Hamper Fundraiser

The Michael McNeela Branch of ONE Veterans Charity held their Easter Hamper fundraiser over the last 3 weeks and raised €3,180 for the charity. The hamper was won by Mary Conlon, […]

Issue 01 of ONE Newsletter April 2022

ONE’s new newsletter Vol 1 Issue 1 April 2022 is available now. Topics include: New CEO announced House News ONE Today Upcoming Courses Upcoming dates for your diary Area Councils […]

Cyber Security Opportunities Await Defence Forces Veterans

IT@Cork Skillnet invites applications from currently unemployed people, who are interested in starting or developing skills in Cyber Security.  We are open to applications from all and especially interested in […]

Career opportunities with Securitas

Opportunities that will suit many Defence Forces Veterans Join Securitas at their Recruitment Event on Thursday the 7th April 2022 at The Carlton Hotel, Church Rd, Tyrrelstown, Dublin, D15 EYX5 […]

‘I Am A Veteran’ Leadership Seminar

On the 6th April 2022, ONE will host our first ‘I Am A Veteran’ Seminar on Resilience and Leadership. The background for hosting the event is as follows: Appealing to […]

G4S recruiting Security Officers that may suit a Defence Forces Veteran

G4S Secure Solution (Ire) is currently recruiting Security Officers for our site based in Tallaght for an immediate start – this #job may suit a Defence Forces Veteran. Basic Pay: […]

Brain health awareness week & events

Brain Health Awareness Week March 14th to 20th There are lots of exciting events and activities taking place in March. Events: Brain Health Awareness Week March 14th to 20th. Dementia: […]

St. Cronans CE Vacancies

St. Cronans CE Vacancies in Birr, Roscrea and Nenagh Community Employment (CE) is a transitional, part-time work programme of 19.5 hours per week, typically over a twelve-month period, that is […]

Honorary Membership to Neil OMalley

Presentation of €930 cheque to St. Patricks Soup Kitchen Dundalk Chairperson Michael Finan by Jim Mc Eneaney & Neil O’Malley. Money was raised from the Pedal for Pudding fundraiser, organised […]

Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces

Today the Minister for Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr Simon Coveney T.D. launched the Report of the Commission on the Defence Forces in the Curragh Camp, along with […]

Today with Claire Byrne interviews in Cobh

Here is this morning’s interview with ONE members’ and residents’ who were interviewed in our Veterans Home and Veterans’ Support Centre in Brú na Farraige in Cobh on the Today […]

MGS Mfg Group (Ireland) Jobs for Veterans

MGS Mfg Group (Ireland) has a number of jobs that would be suitable to Defence Forces Veterans in their facility in Leixlip, Co Kildare. MGS Mfg Group (Ireland) are a […]

Cllr Maeve Yore donates a new defibrillator to ONE

Independent Councillor Maeve Yore is proud to contribute to a new defibrillator from her allocation of funds to Oglaigh Naisiunta na hEireann (ONE) / The Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel. Cllr Yore attended […]

Christmas Wishes from Defence Forces COS Lt Gen Sean Clancy

Chief of Staff Lt Gen Seán Clancy Christmas Message To the Men and Women of Óglaigh na hÉireann On behalf of the General Staff it is my privilege to extend […]

Christmas Message from DCOS (Support)

A chairde agus a chomrádaithe, Thank you for your kind cards and mails. As we fill out the labels to seal the stores after a very long and challenging year, […]

Pedal for Pudding fundraiser for Dundalk Soup Kitchen

Pedal for Pudding fundraiser was completed on Sunday the 12th December in aid of St. Patricks Soup Kitchen Dundalk. The event was organised by the Garda Cycling Club and Michael […]

ISS Supervisor Job opportunity suitable to Defence Forces Veterans

Job opportunity suitable to Defence Forces Veterans ISS Facility Services Ireland has a vacancy for a Supervisor role in UCD. * Working hours 39hrs a week, normally 0730 – 1600 […]

Additional Funding from Dormant Accounts Fund to ONE & IUNVA

Provision of Additional Funding from the Dormant Accounts Fund to the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) and the Irish United Nations Veterans Association (IUNVA). Mr. Simon Coveney, T.D., Minister […]

Sgt P. MULCAHY DSM Branch of ONE

With the Annual Wreath Laying Ceremony & Mass for the 60th anniversary of A Coy 36 Inf Bn this Sunday we look at one member whom our branch in McKee […]

SUMMIT FOR ONE – SUMMIT FOR ALL

SUMMIT FOR ONE – SUMMIT FOR ALL Transition Year (TY) student Marcas O’Raghallaigh, from Mount Temple Comprehensive School in Dublin, was impressed by ONE’s cause, and by the dedication and […]

Serving & Retired Donations

For the attention of serving or retired members of the Defence Forces.  Could you consider supporting ONE Veterans Charity with a €2 monthly deduction from your payroll or veterans pension? […]

Information on How to Process a Spouses Pension for Award and Payment

Processing a Spouses Pension for Award and Payment The first few things that would need to be established are ; what pension scheme the member was in [this depends on […]

Security job opportunities with Bidvest Noonan

Security job opportunities suitable to Defence Forces Veterans Bidvest Noonan has a number of opportunities available for security personnel in the midlands. Bidvest Noonan has a number of contracts with […]

Minister Opens Veteran Support Centre in Cork

Minister Simon Coveney launches Defence Forces Personnel Support Service Resource Centre & Veteran Support Centre in Cork On the 29th November 2021, the Department of Defence, the Defence Forces and […]

Job opportunities with Idverde

Job Opportunities suitable to Defence Forces Veterans idverde have recently won a contract looking after grounds in parts of Dublin & Kildare. idverde is the UK & Europe’s leading provider […]

Doran Job opportunities

Job opportunities suitable to Defence Forces Veterans Dornan have a number of opportunities available for people working in Electrical (and other technical) areas in Dublin and in the EU (Denmark, […]

Health Insurance Information Webinar with Cornmarket

ONE members – Health Insurance Information Webinar on 26th November, 12.45pm with Dermot Goode and Cornmarket. It is coming up to renewal time for many so Cornmarket are running an […]

Meeting with Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence

The CEO and Chairperson appeared before the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Foreign Affairs and Defence yesterday afternoon 16th November 2021 together with a delegation from IUNVA. ONE concentrated on Goal […]

Support Centre for Defence Forces Veterans Opens in McKee Barracks

On Friday, November 12th, the Defence Forces, along with the Dept of Defence and ONE Veterans Charity opened a Veteran Support Centre (VSC) in McKee Barracks, Dublin.   The VSC […]

Job – Mental Health First Aid Administrator

JOB DESCRIPTION – Mental Health First Aid Administrator Saint John of God Hospital, an independent 182 bedded acute psychiatric teaching hospital, is one of the leading European providers in mental […]

Plaque Unveiled for Pte Matthew Farrell, 33 Inf Bn

Yesterday, 7th November 2021, a plaque honouring Pte Matthew Farrell and erected by ONE was unveiled at Proper Fingal Day Services Centre by his nephew P.J. Farrell. We are remembering and […]

Niemba 61st Anniversary Video

Niemba 61st Anniversary On the 8th of November 1960, nine brave men of the 33 Infantry Battalion were killed in the cause of peace in Niemba while serving with the […]

Veteran Support Centre Opens in Dublin

Support Centre for Irish Defence Forces veterans opens in Dublin Today the Defence Forces and ONE launched the first of four new Veteran Support Centres for ex-military personnel. The Centre, located […]

61st Anniversary of the Niemba Ambush

Today the annual ceremony to mark the 61st Anniversary of the Niemba Ambush took place in Cathal Brugha Barracks. Ollie O’Connor, ONE CEO welcomed all those in attendance. The 33 […]

Jadotville Challenge Awards Presentations

On the 5th November 2021, the Defence Forces community came together in Custume Barracks, Athlone, to present the awards to participants of this year’s virtual Jadotville Challenge fundraising event for […]

Part-time driving role would suit Defence Forces Veteran

Premier Coaches are seeking minibus drivers for school runs in Lucan & Maynooth area, must have D or D1 license, between 15 & 20 hours per week. Premier Coaches has […]

Veterans charity launches Women’s Uniform

Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE) launches new female uniform designed by Veteran Tracy Connolly as part of their new Diversity & Inclusion Strategy   IRELAND- ONE, a registered charity for […]

Job Opportunity with Amberstone Security

This is a fantastic opportunity that would suit Defence Forces Veterans. Amberstone Security are recruiting for experienced Security officers for distribution centres in the Dublin 15, Dublin 22 and Dublin […]

Job – Front of House Security Officer – Dublin City with Manguard Plus Ltd

JOB OPPORTUNITY SUITABLE FOR VETERANS Front of House Security Officer – Dublin City with Manguard Plus Ltd   Location: Dublin, Ireland Job type: Permanent / Full-Time Sector and sub-sector: Security […]

Job: Lindab A.C. Manufacturing is hiring

Lindab A.C. Manufacturing is hiring: Lindab is an international Group that develops, manufactures and distributes ventilation system solutions for construction and improved indoor climate. The products are characterised by their […]

2nd Defence Forces Marie Keating Foundation Webinar on Men and Womens Health

The second Defence Forces Marie Keating Foundation Webinar on Men and Women’s Health – Breast, Prostate & Testicular Cancer Awareness Open to all serving personnel (home and overseas), our veterans, […]

The Defence Forces Confidential Contact Person (CCP)

On 6 October 2021 Minister for Foreign Affairs & Defence, Mr Simon Coveney, TD, announced interim support measures for both male and female members of the Defence Forces, past or […]

Job Agency Shift Supervisor – Dublin

Agency Shift Supervisor – Dublin This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK & Ireland’s leading Recruitment Agencies as an On-site Shift Supervisor based outside Dublin in […]

ONE STRATEGIC PLAN – BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

Building for the Future, the Strategic Plan of Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE), was launched at its Annual General Meeting on 02 October 2021. The plan was comprehensively reviewed and updated […]

1st Defence Forces Marie Keating Foundation Webinar

The first Defence Forces Marie Keating Foundation Webinar on Men and Women’s Health – Bowel, Lung and Skin Cancer Open to all serving personnel (home and overseas), our veterans, and […]

PRIVATE MICHAEL MCNEELA IS HONOURED IN HIS HOMETOWN OF DUNDALK

PRIVATE MICHAEL MC NEELA IS HONOURED IN HIS HOMETOWN OF DUNDALK On a dull day in Dundalk, the memory of one of Ireland’s fallen soldiers was brightened up by the […]

Training Day with Mens Aid Ireland

TRAINING DAY  In conjunction with Men’s Aid Ireland and ONE, a training day will be held online for ONE Members’ and invited participants on the subject of ‘Domestic Violence and […]

Veteran Support Team & Confidential Counselling Service

ONE is here to listen & to provide you with direct access to a designated Veteran Support Team & our Confidential Counselling Service.    If you would like to avail […]

Jobs for Veterans with Entegro Ltd

Entegro Ltd has a number of roles that would be suitable to former members of the Defence Forces. Job specifications for some of our roles; FttH Design Engineers Entegro – FttH […]

Fuchsia Appeal 2021

** REMINDER** LAUNCH OF 12th ANNUAL FUCHSIA APPEAL* The Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) will be launching our 12th Annual Fuchsia Appeal, on Saturday 11th September 2021, 12.00 noon, […]

Job Opportunity with Hamlet Court Hotel

JOB OPPORTUNITY with Hamlet Court Hotel Hamlet Court Hotel is looking for a Chef de Parties to assist our kitchen team in the delivery of gastro-pub and banqueting. Experience necessary […]

PTSD Awareness

Topic: Understanding PTSD Time: Aug 25, 2021 10:00 AM Dublin Join Zoom Meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81949416357?pwd=VTZ6alI0dEJBUWo4clVvMVk2Qloydz09 Meeting ID: 819 4941 6357 Passcode: 657530

Career change is your new career constant

Career change is your new career constant In a world where no one can predict what happens next, change is the only constant. Lisa Jones, a Career Consultant at the […]

Veterans Trek the Camino For Veterans Charity

On the 3rd September 2021, Tony Murray and Jimmy Fulham will undertake an 800km trek on the Camino de Santiago, a walk across northern Spain. Tony and Jimmy are embarking […]

The Fuchsia Emblem

Did you know? The Fuchsia Badge That the Fuchsia flower was chosen as the fundraising emblem of the ONE, which was first used in the inaugural Fuchsia Appeal launch in […]

History of ONE Badge

Did you know? On the 10th March 1951, ‘Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann’ – The Organisation of National Ex-Servicemen was formed at the Mansion House in Dublin. This new organisation brought […]

Cornmarket Competition August 2021

**Extended until the end of September** Cornmarket is kindly running a competition for ONE members’ between now and the end of August with the prize of a €100 one4all voucher. […]

Did you know? Defence Forces ‘FF’ badge design

Did you know? That the Óglaigh na h-Éireann (Defence Forces) FF cap badge design, which is common to all Corps and Services and all orders of dress, is derived from […]

Accommodation at Brú na bhFiann for Homeless (or About to Become Homeless) Defence Forces Veterans

ONE opened its first Veterans Home in Queen Street, Dublin in 1994 following the deaths of a number of homeless veterans on the streets of Dublin.  Brú na bhFiann (as […]

Conrnmarket Insurances for Members

Cornmarket schemes that are available to ONE members who are former Public Sector employees.  All other members will be quoted on request. Car insurance offer of €70 off is finishing […]

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Chief Executive Officer

ONE has an exciting job opportunity for a strategic thinker and highly motivated leader.   Job Title: Chief Executive Officer: Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann / Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel […]

Press Release:Minister Coveney: welcomes the publication of the Report by the Independent Review Group – Jadotville

Independent Review Group – Jadotville – Defence Forces (military.ie) Minister Coveney welcomes the publication of the Report by the Independent Review Group – Jadotville The Minister for Defence, Simon Coveney, […]

Results Cobh Branch ONE Golf Classic – 9th July 2021

1st: James O’Shea, Thomas O’Shea, Chris Casey – 55 net Kindly sponsored by Jack Doyles, Cobh 2nd: B. Daley, C. O’Driscoll, D. Walsh – 56 net C/B 3rd: D. O […]

Certificate in Volunteering – Athlone Institute of Technology

“Education is the most powerful weapon to change the world” – Nelson Mandela The Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) has an educational opportunity for Veterans – are you interested in learning? […]

SPRINGBOARD OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH ATHLONE IT

A briefing for Veterans on educational opportunities available through SpringBoard and other avenues will be held on Wednesday, 7th July at 7 pm.  If you wish to attend this briefing […]

Nominations to Board of Directors

Dear Member, I am very pleased to let you know that the nominations process for election to the board of directors is now open. Four new board members will be […]

Education: Springboard Opportunities

Athlone Institute of Technology have developed Springboard Opportunities for further education (Level 6 to level 9 of the NFQ) which are open to veterans of the Defence Forces nationwide. The […]

Jadotville Challenge – 29th June – 3rd July

Jadotville Challenge 29th June – 3rd July By taking part in the Jadotville Challenge, you are remembering those who bravely fought at Jadotville over 5 days in September 1961, bringing […]

Jim Gavin gives his support to the Jadotville Challenge

  Jim Gavin, famous for his exploits on the field as a right half-forward for the Dublin football team that won an All-Ireland in 1995 and for managing Dublin to […]

The Jadotville Challenge 2021

  The Jadotville Challenge 2021 Join ONE Ireland as we cycle, walk or run a combined 24,000km (Athlone to Jadotville) over 5 days, from 29th June to 3rd July, to […]

Partnerships – Olive Group

  ONE are delighted to partner with Olive Group on our new Education and Training Hub.   Olive Group has operations spanning across the globe and has extensive experience in delivering […]

‘I Am A Veteran’ – Philip Coy

Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who are making a difference in […]

Job Opportunity: Fundraising and Marketing Officer

Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE): Fundraising and Marketing Officer   Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE), also known as the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) is recruiting a Fundraising […]

ONE Golf Classic in Support of Cobh Veterans Hostel and Support Centre

  The Cobh Branch of ONE will host the ONE Golf Classic which will take place on Friday, 9th July 2021 in Cobh Golf Club. The Golf Classic is being […]

Information: Hearing Aids

HSE Hearing Aid Assistance During Covid-19   Information Provided by Col (Retd.) Des Travers With effect from 01 April ’21 a mechanism has been put in place to facilitate hearing testing […]

‘I Am A Veteran’ – Lesley Walsh

Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who are making a difference in […]

Letterkenny home helping ex- Soldiers navigate life after leaving the military

A charity set up to support military veterans is celebrating its 70th Anniversary. The Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel – Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE) – was founded in 1951 […]

Brighid’s Diary: He directed me to Brú Na Bhfiann – ‘Home of the Brave’ 

One man’s revealing candour contrasts with the over-amorous ducking and diving of another fellah ‘with a want in him’ Brighid McLaughlin. Picture by Gerry Mooney Brighid Mc Laughlin May 02 2021 […]

‘I Am A Veteran’ – Paddy McManus

Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who are making a difference in […]

Managing your Digital Footprint

  A digital footprint is a trail of information that you leave behind when using the internet and digital devices. For example, when you are using your mobile phone or […]

ONE Meets with Commission on the Defence Forces

    Yesterday (26th April), ONE represented by Chairperson, Colm Campbell and CEO, Ollie O’Connor met with the Commission on the Defence Forces.  The foremost issue of ONE’s presentation concerned […]

Jadotville Challenge Launch

  PRESS RELEASE   Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (O.N.E) celebrate bravery of Jadotville Tigers 60 years on.   Volunteers to cover 24,000km over 5 days to raise funds for Homeless […]

Jadotville (Virtual) Challenge

    The Siege of Jadotville, with “Fifty Shades of Grey “star Jamie Dornan in the lead role, tells the story of how 157 Irish soldiers, led by Comdt. Pat Quinlan, fought […]

Department of Defence and Defence Forces’ Strategy Statement 2021 – 2023

The Department of Defence and Defence Forces’ Strategy Statement 2021 – 2023,  was published on 22 April 2021 (you can access the full document below). There are a number of […]

Vacancy House Manager (Part-Time) – Brú na Farraige, Cobh

Defence Forces Pensions Update

I refer to our recent meeting with the Veterans Associations, on 7 April 2021, and the queries raised regarding the indexation of Defence Forces pensions in payment. On the question […]

Home Energy Grants – ONE becomes a Sustainable Energy Community

Home Energy Grants ONE becomes a Sustainable Energy Community ONE recently met with Declan Meally, a veteran of the Defence Forces and currently Head of Department Transport and Communities of […]

Support Veterans By Donating 2 Euro Per Month

  ONE supports the needs of Irish veterans by the provision of accommodation to homeless veterans in its Veterans’ Homes and the provision of other advice and support to veterans […]

From the Archives: A Company 36th Infantry Battalion UNOC

  We recently received a clip from RTE Archives featuring members of A Company 36 Infantry  Battalion. In sharing this clip with you, we were very conscious of the history […]

Army Veteran raises €1,500 for Sleeping Flags Campaign

    Ger O’Brien served as an officer in the Defence Forces from 1994 to 2016.  Ger now runs his family campervan hire business; Camperhire4u Ltd.  Camperhire4u is located on […]

Forward Planning: Enduring Power of Attorney

    ENDURING POWER OF ATTORNEY   If a person loses mental capacity without having signed a valid Enduring Power of Attorney then in order to manage the person’s property […]

‘I Am A Veteran’ – Diarmuid Higgins

Through our new campaign, ONE is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who are making a difference in our communities and across Irish and […]

COVID 19 -Support Bubbles Explained

  To support those who risk isolation, you can form a bubble with 1 other household (of any size) in certain situations. You can then act as one extended household. […]

I Am A Veteran – Deirdre Carbery

Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who are making a difference in […]

ARCO Salute to ONE on its 70th Anniversary

    The Association of Retired Commissioned Officers (ARCO) have paid tribute to ONE on our 70th Anniversary.  

I am a Veteran – Michael Carruth – Olympic Gold Medalist and Veteran

  “The Defence Forces, they helped me to win the Olympic Gold Medal” Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel is highlighting our talented, highly skilled and […]

ONE National President Address to Annual Convention

  Address by President of ONE – It is an honour to serve as National President of Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann as this great organization celebrates its 70th Anniversary of […]

Message from Chief of Staff of the Defence Forces

    Military service is not a regular career, or job. It is more akin to a vocation or a calling, a path in life that will not appeal to […]

Message from Sec Gen Department of Defence

Mrs Jacqui McCrum, Secretary General of the Department of Defence, has written to ONE on our 70th Anniversary.

I Am A Veteran – Dr. Cathal Berry T.D

  ‘I Am A Veteran’ – Through our new campaign, the Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel is highlighting our talented, highly skilled & diverse group of veterans, showcasing members who […]

Message from President Michael D. Higgins on ONE’s 70th Anniversary

MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT MICHAEL D. HIGGINS     As President of Ireland and Supreme Commander of the Defence Forces, I am very proud to be Patron of the Organisation of […]

I AM A VETERAN

    ONE as the provider of Support, Comradeship, Advocacy and Remembrance (SCAR) for Irish Veterans is an organisation that provides critical services & supports, and one that has gone from […]

ONE Employ 2nd Veterans Support Officer

    Steven Shields the new Veterans Support Officer commenced employment with ONE today.  This is a further development of ONE’s Veterans Welfare Policy and the position is jointly funded […]

Tribute to Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann on its 70th Anniversary

  STATEMENT FROM MINISTER FOR DEFENCE   I am delighted, as Minister for Defence, to have this opportunity to pay tribute to Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann on the occasion of […]

BITCI Ready for Work Programme Update 2021

  I hope 2021 is going well so far and the impact of Covid / Lockdown is manageable. I wanted to update you on the Ready for Work programme for […]

Skills Matter – Skills and Training Opportunities

    Skills Development News & Updates   Welcome!   Welcome to Skills Matter, a new quarterly newsletter focused on skills and training opportunities for the nonprofit community. If you are […]

Pay Commission Increase in the rate of Military Service Allowance (MSA)

From Simon Coveney, Minister for Defence and Minister for Foreign Affairs: I am now pleased to inform you that my Department has secured formal approval from DPER to pass on […]

From the Archives: Blackwater Manoeuvres

  A state of emergency was declared in Ireland on 02 September 1939 following the outbreak of the Second World War. The Emergency Powers Act 1939 was passed by the […]

From the Archives: Representation for Members of the Defence Forces Begins

  In 1988 a small number of Sergeants based in Army Barracks around the Dublin area commenced a campaign which sought to establish and have recognised an organisation for enlisted […]

Recognition of same sex marriages/civil partnerships

  DPER Circular 18/2020: Recognition of same sex marriages/civil partnerships under Public Service ‘Original’ Spouses’ and Children’s Contributory Pension Scheme’   Brief Background / Explanation This Circular relates to spouses […]

Brú na Farraige – Cobh Hostel for Homeless Veterans

  Introduction On 27 August 2020, the Board of Directors of ONE (Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel) approved a contract to develop a five-bedroom hostel in Cobh co-located with a […]

From the Archives: The Steyr Rifle

  The Steyr Armee Universal Gewehr (AUG) meaning Army Universal Rifle entered service with the Defence Forces in 1988 replacing the FN Rifle. It fires a NATO standard 5.56mm round. […]

Raise our Flag and Lift our Veterans

Raise our Flag and Lift our Veterans Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann – Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel – (ONE) provides Support, Comradeship, Advocacy, and Remembrance for Irish Veterans. Our primary […]

Opportunity: Cyber Skills Training for Veterans

  Skills Connect has been funded by the Department of Education to provide Cyber Skills Training for Unemployed People and those impacted by Covid 19.   Military personnel have a […]

WELLBEING DURING COVID-19

  The HSE have developed an evidence-based programme on minding your wellbeing during COVID 19.   The programme can be accessed by following the link below, or by searching “HSE […]

From the Archives: Defence Forces Departure From Griffith Barracks Dublin

  Griffith Barracks was opened in 1818 and known as the Richmond House of Correction and later the Richmond Bridewell. It was transferred to the War Department in 1887 and […]

ONE Veterans Raising Funds for Charity

  2020 has been a challenging year for many but one positive to take from the global pandemic is the unwavering sense of community and selflessness demonstrated by veterans across […]

From the Archives: Border Security Exercise – May 1986

  Archives: Army holds a large-scale security exercise ‘Operation Readiness’ to test the response of Irish Defence Forces to offer security support in the border area.   During the 1980’s […]

Raise our Flag and Lift our Veterans – Monthly Subscription

  Raise our Flag and Lift our Veterans Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann – Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel – (ONE) provides Support, Comradeship, Advocacy, and Remembrance for Irish Veterans. Our […]

Merry Christmas to all Members of ONE, to all Service Personnel, Families and our Dedicated Supporters

  2020 has been a hugely challenging year but one where ONE continued to support veterans across the country through the provision of homeless services and other critical supports. 2020 […]

Commission on the Defence Forces Press Release by the Minister for Defence and the Minister for Foreign Affairs

Commission on the Defence Forces Press Release by the Minister for Defence and the Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Simon Coveney T.D. 15th December 2020   Minister for Defence and […]

A Clip from the Archives: UNIFIL – Volatile and Tense

  The Defence Forces and its veterans have a long standing relationship with Lebanon. Its foundation lay with the deployment of observers to the United Nations Observer Group in Lebanon […]

How to Stay Calm During a Global Pandemic

Data indicates that the current global pandemic is resulting in increased anxiety and reduced wellbeing for many of us. We all move up and down the mental health curve in […]

Funeral of Private William O’Brien 10 December 1986

  Private William O’Brien was killed in Lebanon on 06 December 1986 while serving with the 60th Infantry Battalion in the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). His parent […]

Thank You Brú na bhFiann – from a Grateful Veteran

  We received the following email from a veteran who found herself homeless 18 months ago.  To maintain confidentiality we have removed her name.  The following is published with the […]

Medical Clinic for Homeless Veterans

  Doctor Cathal Berry is not only a TD representing Kildare South in Dáil Éireann, he is also a veteran of the Irish Defence Forces. He served in the elite […]

ONE’s Christmas Magazine 2020

ONE’s Christmas Magazine 2020 –  

Accommodation for Homeless (or About to Become Homeless) Defence Forces Veterans

There are currently vacancies in Brú na bhFiann.  If you are a veteran in need of accommodation, or if you know of a veteran in such circumstances contact one of […]

Dropbox – Veterans Appreciation

  Every November is Veterans Appreciation Month at Dropbox. This year Vets@Dropbox secured a donation of end of life devices for an Irish-based Veterans charity – Organisation of National Ex-Service […]

STRENGTH IN DIVERSITY – ONE’s COMMITMENT TO BUILDING A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE ORGANISATION

  ONE, as the provider of  Support, Comradeship, Advocacy and Remembrance (SCAR) for all Irish Veterans, recognises the need to build a more inclusive and diverse organisation. We recognise the […]

Soldiers march out of Collins Barracks Dublin for the last time to make way for the new National Museum

On the 18th April 1997 the 5th Infantry Battalion vacated a piece of Irish history. Up to this, Collins Barracks, Dublin held the record for being the oldest continually occupied […]

DEVELOPMENTS – ONE HOSTELS FOR HOMELESS VETERANS

    There is a natural inclanation for organisations to stagnate or regress during and immediately after an emergency such as the COVID-19 Pandemic. ONE cannot allow this to happen. […]

Defence Forces Commemorates the 60th Anniversary of the Niemba Ambush

    This afternoon, Saturday 7th November 2020, the 60th Commemoration of the Niemba Ambush took place in Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin 6 with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Memorial Garden outside […]

ONE is Hiring – Veteran Support Officer

  ONE is hiring a Veteran Support Officer.   The primary objective of Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann is to ensure the welfare of ex-service personnel by way of providing accommodation […]

RIP Mr. Robert Fisk

  Veteran journalist and author Robert Fisk has died at the age of 74. ONE wish to pass on their condolences to Mr. Fisk’s family and friends. Lauded as one of the […]

Niemba – 8th November 1960

  Since 1961, ONE has remembered those who died in Niemba, DR Congo on the 8th November 1960 by holding an Annual Remembrance Mass and Wreath Laying Ceremony. This year’s […]

Congo “In the Service of the Future’

    Congo “In the Service of the Future’, is a film made by McKee Officers’ Club and shared with ONE using a ‘home movie’ filmed by Lt (later Col) Paddy […]

PRESS RELEASE: New hostel in Cobh for homeless Defence Forces Veterans

    Cobh development to provide a safe, supportive and secure environment for Defence Forces Veterans going through difficult times     IRELAND: The Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (Óglaigh Náisiúnta […]

Membership – Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann

The Board of Directors of Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (Organisation of National Ex- Service Personnel-ONE) has undertaken a review of the administration of membership and associated issues. A number of […]

Back To Education

    BACK TO EDUCATION It’s that time of the year, when we start thinking about returning to education, starting college, signing up for a night class or beginning an […]

Pensions: 40-Year Pensions Benefit Cap under pre-2013 Pension Schemes

The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform has just published new comprehensive guidance for public service bodies in relation to implementation of the 40-year pensions benefit cap under pre-2013 pension […]

ONE – 2020 By Colm Campbell

The origins of Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann (ONE) are indelibly connected with the Defence Forces whose own geneses lie with the foundation of the Irish Volunteers, Óglaigh na hÉireann, in […]

O.N.E’s Strategic Plan 2020

Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann works to ensure that veterans play a full role in and are respected members of Irish Society.The previous strategic plan for ONE came to an end […]

Position Paper on Veteran’s Policy 2020

Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann defines Veterans’ Policy as a declaration of the Government’s political activities, plans and intentions relating to veterans of the Defence Forces. It may be contained in […]