Menu
01/06/2015
Independent Report Into Infant Cremations Published
An independent report into infant cremations at Emstrey Crematorium in Shrewsbury has been published today, Monday.
The independent inquiry was commissioned by Shropshire Council at the request of bereaved families to look into cases where no ashes were returned to families following the cremation of a baby or unborn child at Emstrey Crematorium.
The inquiry began in December 2014. It was led by Chairman David Jenkins, supported by research assistant John Doyle.
The remit of the inquiry was to review the policies, practices and procedures adopted by Emstrey Crematorium and its partners when carrying out infant cremations during the past 15-year period, and to publish a series of findings and recommendations. David Jenkins and John Doyle interviewed bereaved families, current and former members of crematorium staff, council officers, representatives from The Co-Operative Funeralcare – the current operator of Emstrey Crematorium – representatives from funeral directors, staff from other crematoria, support groups and health professionals, Government officials and more.
Clive Wright, Chief Executive of Shropshire Council, said: "On behalf of Shropshire Council I would like to offer my sympathy and sincere apologies to all bereaved families for the distress they have suffered following the cremation of their baby or child at Emstrey Crematorium in Shrewsbury.
"I particularly wish to mention those families who have contributed to this inquiry. There can surely be nothing worse than losing a child and I’m sure that reliving their painful experiences has not been easy.
"I realise that the past year has been very difficult for these families and I wish to thank them for their co-operation with the inquiry and for their contribution to the report."
(CD)
The independent inquiry was commissioned by Shropshire Council at the request of bereaved families to look into cases where no ashes were returned to families following the cremation of a baby or unborn child at Emstrey Crematorium.
The inquiry began in December 2014. It was led by Chairman David Jenkins, supported by research assistant John Doyle.
The remit of the inquiry was to review the policies, practices and procedures adopted by Emstrey Crematorium and its partners when carrying out infant cremations during the past 15-year period, and to publish a series of findings and recommendations. David Jenkins and John Doyle interviewed bereaved families, current and former members of crematorium staff, council officers, representatives from The Co-Operative Funeralcare – the current operator of Emstrey Crematorium – representatives from funeral directors, staff from other crematoria, support groups and health professionals, Government officials and more.
Clive Wright, Chief Executive of Shropshire Council, said: "On behalf of Shropshire Council I would like to offer my sympathy and sincere apologies to all bereaved families for the distress they have suffered following the cremation of their baby or child at Emstrey Crematorium in Shrewsbury.
"I particularly wish to mention those families who have contributed to this inquiry. There can surely be nothing worse than losing a child and I’m sure that reliving their painful experiences has not been easy.
"I realise that the past year has been very difficult for these families and I wish to thank them for their co-operation with the inquiry and for their contribution to the report."
(CD)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
17 February 2005
Red Cap families call for public inquiry
The families of six Royal Military Police personnel, killed by an Iraqi mob near Basra on June 24 2003, have today have called for a full public inquiry into the incident.
Red Cap families call for public inquiry
The families of six Royal Military Police personnel, killed by an Iraqi mob near Basra on June 24 2003, have today have called for a full public inquiry into the incident.
14 February 2013
Camden Council Reveal Over 700 Families To Be Moved Out Of London
Following the coalition government’s controversial welfare reforms Camden council will move over 700 families out of its area, some up to 200 miles away, in the largest single displacement of poor people from London.
Camden Council Reveal Over 700 Families To Be Moved Out Of London
Following the coalition government’s controversial welfare reforms Camden council will move over 700 families out of its area, some up to 200 miles away, in the largest single displacement of poor people from London.
31 January 2013
Low-Income Families Could Be Hit By Council Tax Increase
New research suggests that most councils in England pass on a 10% benefit funding cut to households, who will see a rise in council tax. From April a typical council tax bill could rise by between £100 and £250 a year, with some possibly rising by as much as £600, the Resolution Foundation says.
Low-Income Families Could Be Hit By Council Tax Increase
New research suggests that most councils in England pass on a 10% benefit funding cut to households, who will see a rise in council tax. From April a typical council tax bill could rise by between £100 and £250 a year, with some possibly rising by as much as £600, the Resolution Foundation says.
06 July 2011
New Law Presented For Bereaved Families
The Victims' Commissioner, Louise Casey, will today call for a new law which will put into statute rights for families bereaved by homicide.
New Law Presented For Bereaved Families
The Victims' Commissioner, Louise Casey, will today call for a new law which will put into statute rights for families bereaved by homicide.
08 February 2010
Bereaved Police Families Supported
Families of police officers killed in the line of duty are to get financial support through a new government-funded scheme, it was announced today. The Police Survivor Support Scheme will see up to £20,000 given to families left struggling financially after officers have been killed while keeping the streets of the country safe.
Bereaved Police Families Supported
Families of police officers killed in the line of duty are to get financial support through a new government-funded scheme, it was announced today. The Police Survivor Support Scheme will see up to £20,000 given to families left struggling financially after officers have been killed while keeping the streets of the country safe.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Scattered showers and clear spells continue through this evening, becoming dry with clear skies developing in places for a time overnight. Clouding over again from the west by sunrise. Minimum temperature 3 °C.
