Fee Increases for Bereavement Services
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8.1
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This report
seeks approval for the proposed fee increase for Bereavement
Services in 2022-23. Bereavement services proposes to increase fees
by 4% for burials, cremations, and memorials (rounded up to the
nearest £5), with some exceptions as outlined in the report.
Fees are rounded to keep prices straight forward and a cap of 5%
has been applied to ensure no item is disproportionately
affected.
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8.2
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RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY: That the Communities, Parks and Leisure Policy Committee agrees a general
4% increase (rounded up to the nearest £5 and capped at 5%)
to Bereavement Services fees and charges, alongside the specific
changes listed in the report.
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8.3
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Reasons for Decision
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8.3.1
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Raising fees as
outlined is recommended to offset additional costs caused by
significant rises in inflation and the cost of living, notably on
items such as gas, fuel, machinery and
supplies.
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8.4
8.4.1
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Alternatives Considered and Rejected
Increasing fees
by 2% would not generate the additional income required to respond
to budget challenges and would require a reduction in the quality
of services provided.
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