Trinity rejects latest attempt to return Book of Kells to town

TRINITY College Dublin has rejected renewed efforts in the 40-year battle to have the priceless Book of Kells returned to its home town.

Council and tourism bosses in the Co Meath town had revived efforts to haggle with academics and in a bid to boost tourism.

But Trinity chiefs rejected the approach, citing preservation, safety and security of the manuscript. “Its display and storage are subject to very careful environmental controls and security. Additionally, a team of conservation specialists in the library’s conservation department look after the manuscript’s preservation.”