Calls For Review Of Numbers Allowed To Attend Funerals

There appears to be an "anomaly" regarding attendance under Level 3.

There are calls for a review of the number of people allowed to attend funerals.

As of this morning, public health guidelines allow  up to 50 people at religious ceremonies, however only 25 are permitted at a funeral. 

Laois' Father Paddy Byrne is welcoming the relaxation of restrictions on public worship, but would like to see the anomaly addressed. 

The parish priest of Abbeyleix, Raheen and Ballinakill feels common sense should prevail:

Places of worship have been allowed to reopen again today, under Level 3 restrictions.

These people were glad to return to St. Mel's Cathedral in Longford:

Bishop of Ossory, Dermot Farrell, says extra masses will be held to help cater for demand:

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