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Criminal Gangs in Irish Prisons Nearly Double, Causing Operational Strain
The number of criminal gangs operating within Irish prisons has almost doubled over the past year, creating significant operational strain for authorities. This surge in gang activity poses new challenges for prison management and security.
30 Apr, 23:01 — 30 Apr, 23:05
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rte-newsMostly Factual102d ago
Number of gangs in prisons nearly doubles in past year
The Irish Prison Service has said the number of recognised criminal gangs in the prison system has almost doubled to 34 in the last year, with the number of gang members increasing by 25%.
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Large increase in criminal gangs in Irish prisons creating an operational strain
The Director General of the Irish Prison Service said that staff have decades of experience in dealing with top crime bosses behind bars.
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First report: rte-news · 30 Apr, 23:01|Full coverage: 2 · 5m|Window: 5m
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