Paudge Connolly (Cavan-Monaghan, Independent)
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Question 256: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform his plans for alternative placement for the staff of the open prison at Loughan House, Blacklion, County Cavan, which it is proposed to close; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14600/05]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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I refer the Deputy to my response to Questions Nos. 191 and 207 on 21 April last, in which I outlined the measures I intend to pursue in an effort to ensure the efficient and effective use of the valuable resources at my disposal. The position regarding alternative placement for the staff currently located at Loughan House is that they will be transferred on a permanent basis to other prisons. I cannot be more specific at this point on exactly what prisons will be involved but such plans will be the subject of consultation with staff representatives in due course.