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What happens to cremated ashes?
Cremation is on the increase in Ireland with more people than ever choosing it over traditional burial. In some urban centres, 50% of funerals are handled by crematoriums. But a new problem has emerged, where some families are not collecting the ashes and funeral directors are left with the dilemma of what to do with the abandoned urns.
Claire discusses this with Colm Kieran is founder of My Funeral Wishes, and funeral planning business.
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