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Prison Officers Warn of Dangerous Overcrowding in Jails
Prison officers are issuing urgent warnings about chronic overcrowding in jails, stating that it makes their job "truly impossible" and creates a dangerous environment. They describe the situation as a national scandal that puts both staff and inmates at risk.
30 Apr, 04:30 — 30 Apr, 07:57
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irish-timesHigh4h ago
Prison officers warn chronic overcrowding is making job ‘truly impossible’
Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan urged to prioritise providing prison officers with the necessary equipment
By Vivienne Clarke
Read full article →irish-independent8h ago
Overcrowding in jails now a national scandal that’s putting people in danger, prison officers warn
Prison overcrowding is now a national scandal that increases violence and intimidation and the proliferation of contraband, such as drugs and weapons, the Prison Officers’ Association (POA) annual conference will hear today.
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First report: irish-independent · 30 Apr, 04:30|Full coverage: 2 · 3h|Window: 3h
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