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The Daily PollPoll: Should we scrap the Triple Lock for deploying troops?
The triple lock dictates how troops are deployed overseas – without it would Ireland still be neutral?
THE GOVERMENT PLANS to reform the triple lock, the the mechanism that governs the deployment of troops overseas.
The “triple lock” system dictates that peacekeeping missions overseas for more than 12 Irish troops, can only be approved with a resolution from the United Nations, the approval of Government and a vote in the Dáil.
Supporters claim it places a lock on Irish neutrality by giving deployments a high bar. Opponents claim it gives the UN Security Council an effective veto on deployments.
What do you think: Should we scrap the Triple Lock for deploying troops?
Poll Results:
No (5238)
Yes (4653)
Unsure (838)
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