A controversial memorial wall in Glasnevin cemetery in Dublin is being 'discontinued' due to repeated acts of vandalism.
The structure was designed to remember all those who died in Irish conflicts between 1916 and 1923.
However, it proved controversial due to the inclusion of British soldiers and RIC members.
The most recent vandalism incident was the third time the wall had been vandalised.
The board of Dublin Cemeteries Trust says it has now decided to discontinue the existing structure due to the "severe nature" of the damage caused during the most recent attack.
In a statement, they said: "The damaged Necrology Wall will be replaced by plain black granite panels on a date yet to be finalised.
"It is the firm view of Dublin Cemeteries Trust that if the wall were to be repaired for a third time it would be vandalised again.
"Dublin Cemeteries Trust is not in a position to cover the costs of continually repairing the wall or in the position to provide the security that would be necessary to ensure its protection, nor to guarantee the safety of staff and visitors in the case of further attacks. For these reasons, to repair and continue with the Necrology Wall project is no longer feasible."
They said other options were looked at - such as extra security - but no viable, long-term solution could be found.
In a joint statement, local councillors Nial Ring and Cieran Perry called the decision a "triumph for common sense".
Cllr Perry said: “In some quarters this decision is being described as a victory for those who vandalised the wall three times since it was built.
"We see it as a victory for common sense and most importantly a victory for those of us who revere, admire and respect those who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of our country.
“We all understand and support the need for peace and reconciliation but the concept of the necrology wall did nothing to advance this – there are better ways."
