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Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Tuesday, 30 Mar 1999

Vol. 502 No. 6

Written Answers. - Prisoner Transfers.

John Perry

Ceist:

292 Mr. Perry asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a person (details supplied) will be transferred in view of the fact that he has young children who have to travel a considerable distance to spend 20 minutes with him; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9032/99]

The person referred to by the Deputy was committed to Castlerea Prison on 19 January 1999. He is serving a three year sentence and is not due for release with remission until 20 April 2001. It is far too early in his sentence to consider transferring him to an open centre as requested. His case will, however, be kept under review.

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