Ex prison governor: Jail a 'disaster' for mental health sufferers

The Former Governor of Mountjoy Jail John Lonergan has said prison is "a disaster" as a response to people with mental health problems.

Ex prison governor: Jail a 'disaster' for mental health sufferers
Thu, 16 Sep, 2010 - 09:05

The Former Governor of Mountjoy Jail John Lonergan has said prison is "a disaster" as a response to people with mental health problems.

The National Mental Healthcare Conference is taking place today in Dublin and Mr Lonergan will deliver an address on the effects of prison on people with personality disorders.

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