IPRT Publications
Out on the Inside: The Rights, Experiences and Needs of LGBT People in Prison
1st February 2016
This IPRT report represents the first study of the needs and experiences of LGBT prisoners within the Irish context.
Turnaround Youth: Young Adults (18-24) in the Criminal Justice System
12th May 2015
This IPRT report presents the case for the differential treatment of young adults aged 18-24 who come in contact with the criminal justice system, and is grounded in emerging evidence, best practice, and informed by input from young people with experience of the issues.
Children's Rights Behind Bars: Report
11th December 2014
Children’s Rights Behind Bars is a collaboration between 16 European and International organisations. Its goal is to increase the respect of human rights of children deprived of liberty and improve the implementation of international juvenile justice standards to protect the rights and needs of incarcerated children.
Travellers in the Irish Prison System: A qualitative study
19th May 2014
Travellers in the Irish Prison System: A qualitative study is a 76-page qualitative research report, which includes interviews with 10 former prisoners
"Picking Up the Pieces": The Rights and Needs of Children and Families Affected by Imprisonment
19th November 2012
This IPRT research report details the rights, needs and experiences of families and children of prisoners. It follows extensive consultations with children, families, support services and relevant agencies.
IPRT Prison Law Paper: Prison conditions under Irish law and the European Convention on Human Rights
29th June 2012
This is part of a series of papers, one of which examines accountability structures and the law regulating Irish prisons; the other explores practical matters surrounding the taking of prison law cases.
Deaths in Prison Custody: Information for Families & Others Affected
29th June 2012
A booklet designed to provide some information about what may happen after a person dies in prison and what the law requires in these circumstances. It also includes details of organisations who can provide further information and/or assistance in dealing with this time of grief.
IPRT Prison Law Paper: Accountability Structures and The Law Regulating Irish Prisons
29th June 2012
This paper examines the aspects of the law regarding how decisions are made in prisons and the requirements for accountability for deaths and other serious incidents in custody.
IPRT Prison Law Paper: Taking Prison Law Cases - a Practical Approach
29th June 2012
This paper seeks to address some practical aspects of taking prison law cases such as the causes of action available, matters relating to evidence, the possible role of interested agencies, and the effect of the release or transfer of a prisoner on a claim.
Your Rights as a Prisoner | BOOKLET
30th March 2012
This booklet aims to help prisoners understand the rights they have while in prison. It is written in everyday language and is informative and easy to use.
