Irish prisons saw a 12.7% rise in inmates in 2023, sparking concerns over overcrowding.
The Irish prison population increased by 12.7% in 2023, with 7,938 committals reported, up from 6,495 the previous year. Female offenders rose by 23.7%, and the average daily prison population grew by 11.1% to 4,582. Despite these increases, the Irish Prison Service highlights improvements in prisoner welfare and staff development. Criticism surrounds overcrowding, with calls for alternative solutions to incarceration.
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