The number of people jailed for sexual offences and homicide in Ireland has soared in the past 12 months.
The latest prison figures published by the Irish Prison Service show there are now 563 sex fiends in custody serving sentences - 74 more than a year ago.
The number of killers convicted for homicide has also increased by 17. There are now 422 people jailed for murder and manslaughter compared to 405 last year.