Decision details

To inform the Committee of recent work and events at the Crematorium.

The Bereavement Services Manager presented a report on matters relating to the operation of the Crematorium.

The report included information on the number of cremations during October 2016 to February 2017 which had been the busiest winter in the Crematorium’s history. The report also included information on the number of cremations during October to December 2016, broken down into local authority area and compared against the total number of cremations for the same period in 2014 and 2015.

The report noted that the chapel refurbishment was underway with work taking place during weekends and evenings to ensure minimum disruption of services. The report sought approval for additional expenditure in order to address a number of issues identified during the refurbishment; the costs would be met from reserves. Works to create the additional chapel exit were underway and an updated CCTV system had been installed.

The report recognised the commitment and efforts of the crematorium staff to ensure the high standards of service were maintained during the crematorium’s busiest period on record and whilst facing other challenges including two major projects and changes in staffing.

RESOLVED –

1.   That the additional expenditure for the chapel refurbishment be approved.

2.   That the report be noted and that the additional efforts made by staff to maintain standards of service during an extremely busy period be recognised, and that thanks be passed on to staff.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

1.   To maintain high standards at the crematorium.

2.   To keep members updated and acknowledge the additional efforts made by staff.