Issue - meetings

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

It was noted that the number of cremations for April to August 2018 was higher than the last 7 years. There was a decrease in cremations from West Derbyshire due to the opening of a new crematorium in Alfreton.

The report advised that a new NHS medical examiner would be appointed and that the Crematorium had been awarded a Green Flag Award recognising the high standard of its outdoor spaces.

It was reported that a number of suggestions had been received via a questionnaire at the Open Day along with those from staff development and conversations with service users. The Bereavement Services Manager also reiterated his thanks to Councillor Bagley and Councillor P Gilby for their contribution to the Memorial Service.

The committee discussed the increase in numbers of those that die destitute and requested that the Bereavement Services Manager provide the latest figures at the next meeting.

RESOLVED –

That the report be noted.

REASON FOR DECISION –

To keep the Joint Committee informed of matters relating to the operation of the Crematorium.