asked the Minister for Justice if he has received a copy of a statement made by James Crofton, recently released after serving nearly four years in Portlaoighise prison, who makes serious allegations about the treatment of prisoners there; and if he will order an inquiry into the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Portlaoighise Prison.
I have seen the statement. I am familiar with the facts and I see no object in making any further inquiry. As I informed the House on a previous occasion, certain prisoners have made conditions harder for themselves than they need be by refusing to comply with the prison regulations.