Investigation into ‘improper conduct’ at jail

An investigation is underway into allegations of “improper conduct” at Limerick Prison, the Irish Prison Service has confirmed, after a whistleblower’s dossier was sent to Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald

The high level of spending on TVs at the Mulgrave St jail is among a litany of allegations at the prison.

It has been sent to Ms Fitzgerald, the Public Accounts Committee, the Department of Public Expenditure, and a number of other government departments.