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The Irish Times view on bail reform: time for action - Irish Times

21st July 2026

Our report Rethinking Remand sets out 32 evidence-based recommendations for reform, aimed at reducing unnecessary pre-trial detention while protecting public safety and upholding fundamental rights. Recent analyses, including the Staines review, point to shared concerns about the consistency and effectiveness of the current bail process.

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