Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 October 2016
81. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the prisoner population and the number of staff employed within Mountjoy prison; the number of staff on maternity leave or sick leave; the provisions in place for such leave absences of staff; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28852/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am advised that the prisoner population, attendance and staff assigned can change on a daily basis. For the purposes of the information provided in this reply the data used is correct as of the 4 October 2016.
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Number in custody in Mountjoy prison |
477 |
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Number of staff operating in Mountjoy prison |
474.5 |
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The number of staff on maternity leave |
3 |
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The number of staff rostered for duty and availing of certified sick leave |
24 |
Prison management are responsible for the efficient and effective deployment of resources on any given day to maintain good order, safe and secure custody, whilst maintaining, as far as is reasonably practicable, access to structured activities for prisoners.
