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# Andrew Gearns

This year

2023

Coroner says unresolved IT glitch a 'serious issue for entire prison system' at Cork man's inquest

The inquest of Andrew Gearns continued today.

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Feb 1st 2023, 9:24 PM

Prison staff knew Cork man was suffering 'delusions' prior to fatal suicide attempt

Report finds staff did carry out a significant number of checks on cell – more than what is required by Irish Prison Service procedures.

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Jan 31st 2023, 9:49 PM