Irish Penal Reform Trust

@IPRT

Respect for rights in the penal system with prison as a last resort.
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Irish Penal Reform Trust @IPRT Dec 2, 2025

Happening now: PIPS 2024 launch.
Great turnout and strong discussion with Ashling Golden, Liam Herrick, Tom Lord, Jacqui Durkin, Darina Ryan-Pilkington, Robert Cullen & Sam Gluckstein.

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#PIPS2024 #IPRT @_IHREC

Irish Penal Reform Trust @IPRT Nov 26, 2025

Mick Clifford in @irishexaminer highlights unacceptable conditions in Irish prisons and quotes @saoirse_b
“In 2025, people shouldn’t have to share cramped spaces with up to three others, eat standing or on the floor, with no basic amenities.”
📎 bit.ly/4pvDQF2

www.irishexaminer.com Mick Clifford: Conditions in Irish jails an unwarranted extra penalty on prisoners People in prison have been sentenced to lose their liberty: Living in appalling conditions is an unjustified extra punishment

Irish Penal Reform Trust @IPRT Nov 25, 2025

📢 We’re hiring!
IPRT is recruiting a Communications, Content & Engagement Officer.
Join Ireland’s leading NGO working for the rights of people in prison and evidence-based penal reform.
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Irish Penal Reform Trust @IPRT Nov 21, 2025

ICYMI 📰@RTE covered the launch of IPRT’s report "Paying the Price: The Impact and Cost of Imprisonment on Families in Ireland" Highlighting the financial, social & emotional burdens on families. Watch ▶️ bit.ly/4r8J2jE (Timestamp: 22:48) #PayingThePrice