The difficulties of grieving your loved ones during the pandemic have been immense. Irish culture places massive importance on funerals but the traditional Irish funeral might be changed forever.

To discuss, Pat was joined by author of ‘The Darkness Echoing, Gillian O’Brien and Funeral Director, David McGowan.

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