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25 inmates of the Dominica State Prison to participate in a Literacy Program beginning this week

25 inmates of the Dominica State Prison are to participate in a Literacy Program beginning this week.

Acting Assistant Superintendent at the Dominica State Prison Alvin Auguiste says the program will enable inmates to read and write.

Acting Assistant Superintendent of Prisons Alvin Auguiste

Mr. Auguiste says the prison population of 270 is a concern. 

He says an area is being improved to accommodate 40 inmates

Meantime, inmates at the Dominica State Prison spoke to DBS radio during a live broadcast at the facility on Sunday.

Inmates at the Dominica State Prison