The mystery surrounding the ownership of a Roman Catholic graveyard has prompted a historian to contact the Pope for answers. The site was last used in 1940 and the mystery has deepened after new security gates were fitted.
History enthusiast Craig Ellis voiced safety fears over how the area in Salford, Manchester, was easily accessible and was being used as a drugs den. With nowhere to turn, he was prompted to write to the Pope in a bid to figure out who is responsible for the site.
Salford City Council, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Salford and property giant Peel all say they do not own the Barton Upon Irwell Roman Catholic Graveyard. Yet, the rusting gates which last week could be easily opened to enter the cemetery where many priests and entire families are buried have now been replaced and secured with a new padlock, MEN reports.
