Cork coroner says his office cannot fulfil statutory duties due to lack of staff

Philip Comyn warned Cork City Council of 'a huge backlog of inquests' and said his office is at 'breaking point'

In correspondence released under FOI, Cork City Coroner Philip Comyn told the local council of the 'huge strain' on his staff. File picture: Dan Linehan

Cork City’s coroner has claimed he cannot fulfil his statutory duties and his team’s health and safety are at risk because of a lack of staff.

Philip Comyn has repeatedly raised his concerns with Cork City Council about the resourcing of his office.