IPRT Publications

The Dublin Declaration on HIV/AIDS in Prisons

23rd February 2004

This Declaration from 2004 provides a framework for mounting an effective response to HIV/AIDS in the prisons of Europe and Central Asia. The Principles and Articles are based upon recognised international best practice, scientific evidence, and the fundamental human rights of people in prison and the obligations of States to fulfil those rights.

"To Be, or not to Be, in observation cells?"

10th September 2003

A discussion paper on the introduction of observation cells to the Irish prison system for mentally ill and suicidal prisoners. By Dr. Valerie Bresnihan

A Call for Action: HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C in Irish Prisons

25th July 2002

HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C in Irish Prisons - A Call for Action is a joint report of the Irish Penal Reform Trust and Merchants Quay Ireland. Based upon the findings of Irish and international research, it outlines twenty-one recommendations towards implementing a comprehensive response to HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C in prisons.

Out of Mind, Out of Sight: Solitary Confinement of Mentally Ill Prisoners

30th April 2001

A report examining the placement of mentally ill prisoners in solitary confinement in Irish prisons, by Dr. Valerie Bresnihan on behalf of IPRT.