Revealed: The luxury grocery orders of the high-security inmates in Portlaoise

Revealed: The luxury grocery orders of the high-security inmates in Portlaoise

Portlaoise’s subversive prisoners enjoy unique food privileges dating back to 1973. Picture: Collins Photos

‘COWBOY steaks,’ avocados, and sugar-free Monster energy drinks were among the items hand-delivered to subversive prisoners in the country’s highest-security jail.

Special arrangements for inmates at Portlaoise Prison allow republicans to order any food or drink they like from local shops, except alcohol.

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