John Lonergan says they're significant numbers for such a small country.
The number of inmates serving life-sentences in Ireland has been described as 'alarmingly high' by a former governor of Portlaoise Prison.
Freedom of Information figures show there are 362 life sentence prisoners in custody at the moment.
11 of those are in jail for longer than 35 years.
John Lonergan says they are significant numbers for a small country:
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Offaly Council Earns €7.9m From Wind Farm Rates
Laois took in just under €445k.
Housing Crisis Blamed For Fall In Irish Marriage Rates
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No Opening Date Yet For New Westmeath Injury Unit
The new unit is set to be located in Athlone.
Fine Gael Rep Hits Out At Offaly Fianna Fáil Members
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