Written question asked by Colin Burgon (Labour) on Monday, 26 February 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 March 2001. It was answered by Lord Boateng (Labour) on Monday, 12 March 2001 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, What consultations he has had with local authorities regarding the increase of cemetery provision. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Burgon: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what consultations he has had with local authorities regarding the increase of cemetery provision. [151720] Mr. Boateng: None. Provision of cemetery facilities is a matter for local decision. But we plan to convene an advisory group consisting of the key professional and representative organisations, including the local authorities, to consider a range of issues concerning burial law, practice and resources.

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