Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Thursday, 26 September 2024

Committee on Key Issues affecting the Traveller Community

Travellers in Prison: Discussion

10:30 am

Photo of Eileen FlynnEileen Flynn (Independent)
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The absolute last resort is to put a pregnant woman in prison. Thank you, Deputy Buckley.

Over the summer, the Vice Chairperson, Deputy Ó Cuív, announced that he will not be running in the next election. As Travellers, we are very grateful for the work Deputy Ó Cuív has done for years, especially for Travellers in prison and people in prison in general. I do not want to shame you, Deputy, but it is regrettable for us that you have decided to step down. We do acknowledge all your hard work and commitment to Travellers over the years. I am sure we will get time to discuss that again in the future, especially the matter of Travellers in prison. Over to you, Deputy. No pressure.