Issue - meetings

This report proposes updates to the Burial Policy for Epsom Cemetery, including the extension of expiring grave leases for an additional 25 years, an adjustment of the standard lease duration from 40 to 75 years, and the halting of both the sale of 11-foot graves and the practice of pre-purchasing graves.

The Committee unanimously resolved to:

(1)          Agree to extend expiring grave leases for an additional 25 years, with charges set at £350 for residents and £500 for non-residents as from 1 April 2025.

(2)          Agree to adjust the standard lease duration from 40 year to 75 years, with a 15% increase in current charges as from 1 April 2025.

(3)          Agree to halt the sale of graves for future use effective immediately.

(4)          Agree to halt the sale of 11 foot graves effective immediately.