Burial Grounds

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 February 2013

Tuesday, 5 February 2013

Questions (553)

Regina Doherty

Question:

553. Deputy Regina Doherty asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the status of works at Dunboyne Graveyard, County Meath, which have been put on hold; when they might commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5121/13]

Written answers

Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government

This is a matter for Meath County Council. Section 177 of the Public Health (Ireland) Act, 1878 places responsibility on the relevant local authority for the care and maintenance of burial grounds provided by them.