Petition · past parliament

Make eco burials (composting human remains with tree planting) easier to access.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

With concerns about environmental issues there's growing interest around the world in eco burials. This process involves careful composting of human remains and planting tree saplings using this nutrient-rich compost.

Government backing and easing of restrictions could help this industry grow

Why it was rejected

It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.

Petitions need to call on the UK Government or Parliament to take a specific action.

We understand you're concerned about making eco burials more accessible but we're not sure exactly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do. The Government has published guidance for operators of natural burial grounds. This sets out the legal requirements. You can find out more here:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/326362/natural-burial-grounds-guidance.pdf

You could start a new petition explaining clearly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do to ease access to eco burials.

Timeline

9 Jul 2019 Petition opened for signatures
26 Jul 2019 Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21
Status Rejected
Rejected 26 Jul 2019

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.