Dismay expressed over number of recent deaths in south Mayo

An elected representative for the Claremorris district of Mayo has expressed dismay at the “unprecedented” number of deaths that have taken place over the past months

Speaking at yesterday's meeting of Mayo County Council, independent councillor Richard Finn: "I’ve never seen so many people passing away in the Claremorris area, there has never been as many deaths."

He continued: “I would like to express sympathy for all the bereaved families.”