Submitted on Friday 13th December 2024
Rejected on Wednesday 5th February 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Light Up Cemeteries During Christmas. Festive decorations can bring solace.
Christmas is a time for connection, and cemeteries should reflect this spirit for those visiting loved ones. A well-lit and decorated cemetery shows respect for those who have passed and provides a space of dignity for families who come to grieve and find closure.
For many like me, Christmas intensifies the pain of losing a loved one. Therefore, decorated cemeteries provides a meaningful way to honour and include those we've lost in the celebrations, making the season a little easier for those in mourning.
Cemeteries can feel cold and desolate especially during winter. Adding lights and festive touches can transform them into peaceful and inviting spaces, symbolising the enduring light of love and memory.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Cemeteries are run either by local councils, churches or private companies so the government isn't directly responsible for them. You may wish to contact the cemetery manager about festive decorations if it is privately owned or your local council.
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