Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 27 Feb 1990

Vol. 396 No. 3

Written Answers. - Mountjoy, Dublin, Women Prisoners.

Seán Ryan

Question:

39 Mr. Ryan asked the Minister for Justice the number of women prisoners who are detained in Mountjoy Prison at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Minister for Justice (Mr. Burke)

Thirty six female prisoners are held at Mountjoy Women's Prison at present.