Wooden Memorials in Cemeteries
PR 159
29 March 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
In order to lessen distress caused to bereaved families, Great Yarmouth Borough Council would like to remind residents of the kind of memorials allowed in its cemeteries.
Because there is a potential to cause injury as they deteriorate, wooden crosses and memorials can not be accommodated. Over the last year several have had to be removed as there was the potential that they could cause serious injury.
“We can only allow authorised memorials erected by masons, or our own temporary memorials which are in place while a marble or granite memorial is being prepared,” explained Bereavement Services Manager Linda Bigg.
“We do appreciate the feelings of families when it comes to erecting a memorial, but sadly wooden memorials do deteriorate over time.
“Whilst some wooden crosses and memorials may be well made and their appearance is quite pleasing to the eye, sometimes they amount to no more than two pieces of narrow wood tied together.
“The rules regarding acceptable memorials have been in place for many years, and every owner is given a copy of the terms and conditions. Mourners can get advice from their funeral directors, masons or the Council’s staff will be happy to advise just call 01493 441974.”
For further information call Bereavement Services Manager Linda Bigg on 01493 441974.Issued by:
Liz Dann
Press Officer
Great Yarmouth Borough Council
01493 846513