Save Cork’s Historic Prison

A historic Cork prison, dating back to 1860, faces imminent demolition as the Irish Prison Service plans a massive new facility on the same land—set to house 230 men and 100 women—with construction starting next year. Local residents are rallying to save the heritage site, arguing it could become a museum and warning that a new prison in a residential area will bring traffic, noise, and worsen social problems. Critics also say the prison system needs reform, pointing to failed rehabilitation efforts and how working-class communities like The Glen suffer most from prison expansion. With objections due Friday, July 3rd, campaigners are urging widespread public participation against a process they say is overly complicated and inaccessible. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dd950ac6703e3976