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Prisons Struggle with Overcrowding and Dignity | Cork News
Prisons are crumbling under overcrowding, forcing two out of three inmates to relieve themselves in front of cellmates—up from half just two years ago. With facilities built for far fewer people, the situation is degrading and humiliating, reversing progress made against outdated “slopping out” practices. The government promises 1,500 new spaces by 2031 and a new wing at Dóchas Women’s Prison, but critics say these fixes won’t solve the core problem fast enough. Meanwhile, mental health and addiction services are inching forward—with a new Limerick team—but diversion programs remain…
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