Maghaberry Prison

Prisoner Ombudsman

The Prisoner Ombudsman is appointed by the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland and investigates complaints from prisoners held in Northern Ireland who remain unhappy with the answer they have received from the Prison Service. The Ombudsman is completely independent of the Northern Ireland Prison Service (NIPS).

The current Ombudsman is Pauline McCabe, and a team of investigators and other staff supports him.

Further details are available from the Office of the Prisoner Ombudsman.

You can contact the Prisoner Ombudsman's Office on FREEPHONE: 0800 7836317.