The latest report from the Irish Penal Reform Trust shows the rise.
A former officer in a Laois prison and criminologist says drug seizures in prisons continue to be an issue.
A new report from the Irish Penal Reform Trust shows 69 were made last year in Midlands prison, up from 58 in 2023.
However in Portlaoise, the figure is down 55% from 48 to 22.
Former officer in Portlaoise Prison John Cuffe says it will take some time to tackle:
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Midlands Security & Defence Analyst Says Hoax Bomb Threats Aimed To Intimidate
Newstalk, Today FM and RTÉ were sent the false alerts by email yesterday.
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
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Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
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