People are being invited to share their views on the rules and regulations for the borough’s cemeteries.

The rules cover a range of topics such as the size and type of memorials and other commemorative items that can be placed on graves, as well as expected behaviour when visiting a cemetery.

Residents, funeral directors and stone masons are being encouraged to participate in the Cheshire West and Chester Council consultation.

The feedback will help ensure the rules for the five cemeteries managed by the council reflect the interests of our communities.

The council’s cabinet member for environment councillor, Karen Shore, said: “At some time or other everyone in the borough is affected by bereavement and we want to ensure that our cemeteries are safe, peaceful and respectful places.

“I hope people will use this opportunity to help shape the future of this service which often provides support to residents at a very sensitive time in their lives.”

The 10-week consultation period started on Thursday, September 15 and closes on November 24.

There is a range of ways to express your views:

Go online to complete the survey at www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/CemeteryRules

Email: crematorium@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

Telephone: 0300 123 8 123

Or write to: Cemeteries and Crematorium Team, Cheshire West & Chester Council, Blacon Cemetery, Blacon Avenue, Chester, CH1 5BB.

The council will consider the outcome of the consultation at a cabinet meeting in February or March next year.