Short-term solution to Kerry’s grave shortage

A short-term solution to resolving problems arising from a shortage of burial plots in Killarney, Co Kerry, has been announced by Kerry County Council.

An extra 100 spaces are to be made available at the public graveyard in Aghadoe, outside the town, creating burial space for around two years.

An emergency meeting of Killarney Municipal on Wednesday seeking clarification on the council’s plans to purchase a private cemetery adjoining the public cemetery in Aghadoe.