Justice
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Beyond the headlines
Garda figures only partially reveal the extent of crime in Ireland. Alternative analysis points to higher levels Stephen Dineen reports.…
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Reforming justice
More “smart and dynamic reform” is needed to improve services for the public, according to Justice Minister Alan Shatter. Meadhbh…
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PwC: An opportunity for transformation
PwC Consulting Partner David McGee outlines the need for a systems-thinking approach in the criminal justice sector to ensure a…
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Policing: A new era
An Garda Síochána is adapting to deal with the greatest period of societal change since its formation in 1922, Deputy…
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Crime and punishment
UCD Professor of Criminology Ian O’Donnell discusses rising prison rates and alternatives to custody with Stephen Dineen. “People sometimes think…
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Improving prison standards
A capital reform programme is underway to update Ireland’s out-dated prison estate. Reducing re-offending through rehabilitation is key, Irish Prison…
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Stanton to attention
Chairman of the Justice, Equality and Defence Committee David Stanton discusses the new scrutiny process for bills and the need…
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Delayed reactions
Acting Chief Inspector of Criminal Justice Northern Ireland (CJI) Brendan McGuigan talks to Stephen Dineen about the need for political…
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Rights for those wronged
Greg Heylin, Director of the Victims of Crime Office, tells Stephen Dineen about the proposed Victims Directive and the pivotal…
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Solving problems in the legal system
Ireland’s legal system is dysfunctional, inefficient and costly. Irish Times Legal Affairs Editor Carol Coulter discusses her potential solutions with…
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