Petition
Set fixed prices that councils can charge for burials and ban leasehold plots
Closed
30 signatures
What the petition asks
Some councils charge upwards of £4000 to bury one individual. If we consider the cost of living crisis and the levels of poverty in this country, this can place working families at a significant disadvantage and lead to debt.
I would like for the government to create a blanket pricing agreement (fixed fee) in pricing for all local councils. I would like for the government to also remove the leases for all graves. I think plots should only be available to purchase outright (freehold). I think the cost to be buried should not be so high, and that every individual has a right to be buried according to their faith or personal views.
Timeline
| 10 Jul 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 10 Jan 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
30
Status
Closed
Opened
10 Jul 2025
Closed
10 Jan 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 1 Sep 2026.