'The punishment must be a deterrent' - Should a life sentence mean life in prison?

A Young Fine Gael justice document is calling on Government to introduce tougher sentencing for criminal offenders. The document titled ‘Building a Just Republic’ is calling for life sentences to mean life in prison. Andrea was joined by Eli Byrne, member of Young Fine Gael, John Lonergan, former Govenor of Mountjoy Prison, victim's advocate Ruth Maxwell and other listener to discuss...

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11.50 17 Aug 2023

'The punishment must be a deterrent' - Should a life sentence mean life in prison?

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11.50 17 Aug 2023

A Young Fine Gael justice document is calling on Government to introduce tougher sentencing for criminal offenders.

The document titled ‘Building a Just Republic’ is calling for life sentences to mean life in prison.

Andrea was joined by Eli Byrne, member of Young Fine Gael, John Lonergan, former Govenor of Mountjoy Prison, victim's advocate Ruth Maxwell and other listener to discuss...