Issue - meetings

-      Report to follow

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

Information on cremation totals, comparisons with national and regional data, and geographical information on which areas funerals had been received from in 2021/22 was provided in Section 2 of the officer’s report.

A review of the seasonal gardener position had been undertaken and it was acknowledged that the current post holder had a broad skills set, which, during the pandemic had proved to be very useful. Therefore the Bereavement Services Manager sought permission to adjust the job description of the seasonal gardener post to ensure greater resilience in the service.

A budget estimate had been received for the installation of CCTV cameras and enhanced lighting for the public car park areas, as detailed in section 3.2 of the officer’s report. These improvements would provide greater safety and security for mourners arriving at and leaving the crematorium during hours of darkness. Sufficient funds were available in the Capital Improvement Plan Reserve to cover the costs involved.

RESOLVED –

1.           That the report be notedand delegated authority be given to the Manager to review and then implement through delegation the outcome of the JE review the Job Description and Person Specification of the Seasonal Gardener Position.

2.           That approval be given for the Manager to enter into a

procurement exercise through the Lead Authority’s ProContract System for the purchase of additional CCTV and lighting and funds be allocated from reserves to cover the costs of these improvements.

REASON FOR DECISION –

1.      To develop the Crematorium Staff and provide further

resilience over the Winter 22/23 and future.

2.           To improve the security and safety of staff and visitors whilst making the crematorium a more welcoming place during the

Winter Months