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Over €10m paid to victims of violent crime last year under State compensation scheme

Over €10m paid to victims of violent crime last year under State compensation scheme

Mon, 29 Sep, 2025

The figures show represent an average payout of €49,335 in each award last year – up from €27,838 in 2023.

Justice Minister launches recruitment drive for prison officers

Justice Minister launches recruitment drive for prison officers

Thu, 29 Aug, 2024

The last recruitment competition was held in 2023 and welcomed more than 1800 applicants

Mandatory retirement age for gardaí, Defence Forces and prison officers raised to 62

Mandatory retirement age for gardaí, Defence Forces and prison officers raised to 62

Tue, 05 Mar, 2024

The Government has increased the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 62.