Law Commission seeking feedback on Burial and Cremation law The Law Commission has published the second Issues Paper for the Review of the Burial and Cremation Act, and is seeking the public’s views on a package of reforms which could lead to far-reaching changes in the options available to bereaved New Zealanders. The Issues Paper, The Legal Framework for Burial and Cremation in New Zealand: A First Principles Review (NZLC IP34, 2013). Submissions can be made via the online consultation form, via email at [email protected] or via post. Among the major reforms for public debate are proposals to open the cemetery sector up to alternative providers, including those wishing to establish eco or natural burial sites, and allowing for New Zealanders to be buried on private land such as a family farm. The Law Commission is also asking for public feedback on whether there is a case for stronger controls and accountabilities for the cremation and funeral sectors. President Sir Grant Hammond noted that "this is an incredibly important and sensitive area of our law which touches hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders every year as they confront the death of a family member, friend or colleague. It engages an unusually wide range of public interests, foremost among them being the need to respect the dignity of the deceased and to allow those left behind to farewell them in a manner consistent with their values, culture and beliefs.” The deadline for submissions is Friday, 20 December 2013.
Posted on: Fri, 04 Oct 2013 01:06:27 +0000
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