Over 200 prisoners released temporarily for Christmas

Over 200 prisoners have been temporarily released from Ireland's jails for Christmas.

Over 200 prisoners released temporarily for Christmas
Thu, 25 Dec, 2014 - 11:18

Over 200 prisoners have been temporarily released from Ireland's jails for Christmas.

Around 4,000 remain behind bars over the festive season and visiting hours are limited today.

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