Maintenance levels in old Sligo Cemetery “embarrassing”
The level of upkeep at the old graveyard at Sligo cemetery has been branded ‘embarrassing’. Overgrowth and a general lack of attention to the amenity has led to urgent calls for money to be ringfenced for consistent maintenance works. Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom MacSharry believes that at minimum, a sufficient…
Suspension of Sligo Cemetery gravediggers may see private contractors resume service
Concern has been expressed over the suspension of two long-serving gravediggers in Sligo Cemetery. Both men have been suspended with full pay, and their suspensions came into effect in August. Following their suspension, graves have become overgrown and untidy, as there is no longer anyone there to maintain them. When…
Sligo Councillor calls for CCTV to be installed in Sligo Cemetery
A proposal to install CCTV at Sligo cemetery has been met with contrasting views at the latest sitting of Sligo County Council. The motion was brought forward by Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom MacSharry who said that ongoing issues of vandalism and thefts in the cemetery present a very real need…
Local Authority to consider a number of issues before CCTV cameras can be installed at Sligo Cemetery
Sligo County Council says there are a number of issues to be considered if CCTV cameras were to be installed at Sligo cemetery. Concerns include the exact purpose of the cameras, if they are necessary and the security of them. Senior Engineer Emer Concannon told a recent meeting…
Sligo cemetery resolves grave problems
A grave problem in Sligo has been resolved. Concern arose over the layout of grave spaces in a proposed new extension to Sligo cemetery. It was claimed that it would result in people being buried in a north/south position rather than east/west, which is custom and tradition from ancient times.…
Sligo Cemetery expansion plans
Cllr Tom MasSharry highlights concerns from ‘Churches Together’ group over expansion plans for Sligo Cemetery
Council confirms plans for a major extension to Sligo cemetery
There are plans for a major extension to the cemetery in Sligo town. Although it’s one of the largest burial grounds in the region, space is running out, with only about 60 new grave plots now left. An average of about 125 people are buried every year in Sligo Cemetery.…