While Rome has apparently shelved plans to dramatically alter the structure of Irish dioceses, the Church of Ireland is pushing ahead with a similar strategy.
The proposed changes include the transfer of the Dioceses of Tuam and Killala, without Achonry, from the Province of Armagh to the Province of Dublin.
Tuam and Killala, but not Achonry, would join with the Dioceses of Limerick and Killaloe to form a new diocese in the West, with its bishop to be based in Limerick; this diocese would be in the Province of Dublin.
Achonry would join with the Dioceses of Kilmore, Elphin and Ardagh; this diocese would be in the Province of Armagh.