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Wednesday, 3 April 2024 at 13:04

The Midlands Prison was at over 100% capacity yesterday.

The country's overcrowded prisons have been described as a "ticking time bomb."

The Midlands Prison was at 110%capacity yesterday, with nearly 100 more inmates than there are beds available.

While Portlaoise Prison was also overcrowded, 105% capacity.

Nearly 5,000 inmates are in cells in facilities nationwide with the ability to hold around 4,000.

Gabriel Keaveny of the Prison Officers Association says overcrowded cells are a recipe for disaster:

Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Gardaí At The Scene Of A Serious Crash In The Midlands

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.
Laois Literary And Music Festival Kicking Off Today

The Leaves Festival of Writing and Music runs across Laois until Saturday.

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