Ms Fíona Ní Chinnéide:

I might be a little unfair in saying that because there have been bold moves and there has been progress which must be acknowledged. In fact, we strongly welcomed the debate that occurred with Deputy Daly's Private Members’ Bill, the Prisons (Solitary Confinement) (Amendment) Bill. There was almost unanimous acknowledgement of the socioeconomic deprivation, mental health and all the factors that contribute to offending. We warmly welcome the debate that took place on that. We would like to see all this translated into an impetus for speedier implementation. We are moving in the right direction. The story is one of progress but we would just like to see it happen in full and with speed.