Eugene Murphy
Ceist:296. Deputy Eugene Murphy asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if the recommendations of a report (details supplied) have been implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13741/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 27 March 2018
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Freagraí scríofa
The Irish Prison Service has advised that in the tragic circumstances of a death in custody (of which there have been three cases in Castlerea Prison since 2009) every effort is made to ensure the attendance of a Doctor to pronounce death as soon as possible following the event.
They have further advised that an arrangement is currently in place whereby a locum General Practitioner attends Castlerea Prison five mornings per week, and also provides on call GP cover on Saturday and Sunday. Castlerea Prison has 24 hour nurse cover and, where necessary, referrals can be made to the local hospitals.