Volunteers forced to maintain West Cork cemeteries and parks due to lack of council staff

Independent councillor Karen Coakley said there are very few outdoor staff left between Skibbereen and Rosscarbery, as those who retire are not being replaced

Several members of the West Cork Municipal District Council voiced their concern at a noticeable fall-off in the maintenance of public parks, cemeteries and green areas in housing estates. File photo: Jim Wilson

Community volunteers are being sought in West Cork to plug gaps because there aren't enough county council outdoor workers in the region.

The lack of such staff has led several county councillors to claim it will damage tourism and locals are not getting the service they deserve. Several members of the West Cork Municipal District Council voiced their concern at a noticeable fall-off in the maintenance of public parks, cemeteries and green areas in housing estates.