The Inspector of Prisons has strongly criticised the continued detention of children at St Patrick's Institution in Dublin
In his annual report, Judge Michael Reilly said the prevalence of drugs and contraband, and overcrowding in the Dochas Centre Women's Prison are of grave concern.
The judge also said bullying of prisoners by other inmates is a major problem and occurs in some cases by prison staff.
There are many positive observations in the report, but Judge Reilly said he is disappointed that a problem identified and highlighted in one prison, still subsequently turns up in other ones.
Minster for Justice Frances Fitzgerald said the removal of 17-year-olds from St Patrick's is a priority for the Government.
She said 17-year-old offenders will be placed in the new facility in Oberstown in Dublin later this year and St Patrick's will close.
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"Considerable progress has been made and the Inspector can be assured that every effort will continue to be made to fully address any deficiencies identified."
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