with Hannah Kelly
It's due to a shortage of pathologists and mortuary staff
Families are facing delays arranging funerals because of growing pressure on the country's post-mortem services.
A shortage of pathologists and mortuary staff means some hospitals can't release bodies back to families within a reasonable time frame.
Experts say there are also questions over who is in charge of the whole process, as responsibility sits between the Departments of Health, Justice and the HSE.
Media Minister Says Meeting With RTÉ Was "Positive" Amid €20M Funding Cut
RTÉ had rejected the assertion it is not completing the required reforms quickly enough
Man (51) Accused Of Healy-Rae Assault Granted High Court Bail
The assault occurred on 16 September on Cork Street, Dublin 8
Nurses At Naas And Nine Other Hospitals Set To Protest Over Pay
Lunchtime pickets will be in place as the dispute over public sector pay ramps up.
Minister Lawless Announces €34M Student Support Package For Budget 2027
The new measures aim to reduce the cost of college for students
Kildare Minister Says Budget 2027 Will Support Those "Who Are Vulnerable"
The €8.5 billion package was announced in the Dáil by the Finance and Public Expenditure Minister
Dáil Passes Tax Measures Despite Widespread Criticism
The Irish Fiscal Advisory Council described Budget 2027 as being "fast and loose"
LIVE: Budget 2027 Announcements
We will be updating as announcements continue
Delays At Hazelhatch Train Station This Morning Due To Signalling Issues
Services to and from Heuston and Newbridge/Hazelhatch are impacted, with delays of up to 55 minutes expected
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