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Proposal to avoid remains in situ at Bessborough

Developers have proposed that no development should take place over any children's burial ground with human remains in situ at the former Mother and Baby Home at Bessborough, Co Cork, where it is plans that 179 apartments be built.
Bessborough Mother and Baby Home • 23 Apr 21

Forensic exam of Bessborough site 'could take months'

A forensic examination of the entire Bessborough site could take months, according to a forensic archaeologist.
Ireland • 22 Apr 21

923 children associated with Bessborough died

The final report of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes has found that 923 children who were associated with the Bessborough home in Cork died.
Mother-And-Baby Homes • 12 Jan 21

Burial plot at Bessborough home in Cork examined

The burial plot at the former mother and baby home at Bessborough in Cork has been examined by the Commission of Investigation, which is examining 18 such institutions.
Munster • 13 Feb 19

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