In 1965, his remains were exhumed and brought to Glasnevin Cemetery, Dublin. But a commemoration society in his name, who have lodged the application, has said it wants to "fulfil his wish" to be buried in County Antrim.
Source: [BBC UK](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjzxlnqlk1z3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss)