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A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

MOUNTJOY PRISON

Irish Examiner view: Why are we indifferent to the weak?

Abuses, for that is what they are, cannot continue in a society that presents itself as humane, advanced, and caring

Tue, 06 Jul, 2021

MOUNTJOY PRISON

Irish prisons 'a dumping ground' for people with mental illness, chaplain's report claims

A damning report on the Dóchas Centre women's prison shines a light on the issues of incarcerating people with mental health issues who need other, more specialised support, writes Michael Clifford

Mon, 05 Jul, 2021

Prison Service to spend €1.6m on bras, underwear for inmates

Prison Service to spend €1.6m on bras, underwear for inmates

78,636 boxer shorts will be required, compared to just 8,628 pairs of Y-fronts

Sun, 22 Nov, 2020

Renewable Heat Initiative allegations

€600k in compensation paid to inmates due to injuries

Inmates in Irish prisons were awarded €600,000 last year in compensation payments for injuries.

Sat, 28 Apr, 2018