Prison Building Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 July 2018

Tuesday, 3 July 2018

Questions (257)

Alan Kelly

Question:

257. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when construction of the F wing will begin in the Midlands Prison; the number of prisoners it will accommodate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29302/18]

Written answers

Minister for Justice and Equality

I am advised by my officials in the Irish Prison Service that there are no proposals on hand at present for the construction of a new “F” Wing at the Midlands Prison.