Prison staff and cell block expansion announced amid rising inmate numbers
Justice Minister Naomi Long confirms a need for 75 additional prison staff and reopening of a disused cell block at Maghaberry due to rising prison numbers. The move follows a 500-increase in inmate numbers over three years, with 400 prisoners currently sharing cells.
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CrimePrison staff and cell block expansion announced amid rising inmate numbers
Sign in or subscribeBrowse free archive reportsJustice Minister Naomi Long confirms a need for 75 additional prison staff and reopening of a disused cell block at Maghaberry due to rising prison numbers. The move follows a 500-increase in inmate numbers over three years, with 400 prisoners currently sharing cells.