Report is attached marked 1.

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RESOLVED:

That the adoption and implementation process of the Policy proposed within the report be approved specifically applicable to shared grave areas at Longden Road Cemetery.

Reason for the decision:  Shropshire Council has been petitioned to adopt and communicate a tribute policy for shared graves to give clarity to families on what types of tributes, if any, are permitted on shared graves.