It is estimated that there is room for just 1,350 new plots at the city’s two cemeteries
Preston is going to need a new cemetery within the next ten years, as burial space at its existing facilities begins to run out.
“The land, once it’s prepared, needs to be left for several years before graves can be dug. So the timescale for the city is to be in a position to press the button and start the work in five years,” Cllr Borrow explained. He added that he had already had “some very open and frank discussions” with the Preston Muslim Burial Society about the capacity of any new burial ground next to the crematorium to host mourners in significant numbers.
“In Preston, communities have shown remarkable unity by extending their heartfelt assistance to families dealing with loss. Muslims, in particular, have demonstrated an inspiring commitment to this principle. It’s noteworthy that they stand united, regardless of their familiarity with the deceased or the grieving family. It is for this reason we see hundreds and in some cases thousands gather to support the grieving.
Of the 100 new graves dug in Preston each year, around half are for Muslim burials. The new cemetery would be for people of all religions and none.
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