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

The overwhelming theme of the chaplain's annual reports in the state’s 12 prisons is the futility, abuse, and extent of neglect in repeatedly incarcerating in prisons persons who should be receiving treatment in an appropriate setting for mental illness. File Picture: Collins

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

Áine was remanded to the women’s prison, the Dóchas Centre, in 2020 after appearing in court. She had previously spent over a year in a psychiatric facility.