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Are Ireland’s bail laws too lax?

Are Ireland’s bail laws too lax?

The Hard Shoulder · Newstalk

June 3, 20257m 35s

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In 2024, suspects in over 400,000 crimes were out on bail.

Are Ireland's bail laws too lax?

In high profile crimes, is the argument that the system sometimes prioritises the presumption of innocence, over public safety, a valid question?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Independent MEP for Ireland South, Michael McNamara.