I propose to take Questions Nos. 571 to 575, inclusive, together.
Following identification of an error in December 2020, the Irish Prison Service carried out a review of sentence calculation and procedures to provide assurance on the accuracy of sentence calculation in respect of those in custody.
The outcome of this examination of almost 4,000 sentences was that a small percentage of release dates were put back, or brought forward, as the case might be.
A number of measures were identified to prevent such errors reoccurring and these are being actioned. In tandem with the review, a new overarching sentence calculation policy was also developed and implemented across the service.
To complement these steps, arrangements are also being put in place for an external review of this process. The further information requested is being compiled and I will write further to the Deputy when it is available to me.