Jim O'Callaghan
Question:127. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the percentage of the prison population made up of non-nationals; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13229/17]
View answerTuesday, 21 March 2017
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I can advise the Deputy that on 31 January, 2017 the number of non Irish nationals in custody was 492 of which 469 were Male and 23 were Female. This represents approximately 13% of the overall prison population for this day.