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[12:47] Prisoner escapes custody while on escort to hospital

The Irish Prison Service has confirmed that a prisoner has escaped from custody while on escort to Tallaght Hospital.

[20:16] Prison service says it is facing 'significant challenges'

The Irish Prison Service has said it is facing "significant challenges" due a rising prison population.

[17:51] Up to 350 new prison staff to be recruited

The Government plans to recruit up to 350 more prison staff as part of a "significant" increase in funding for the Irish Prison Service.