Marie Curie responds to new Government guidance on funerals
Comment published
In response to the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, Robert Jenrick MP’s announcement today updating guidance on funerals and visiting cemeteries and graveyards,
Marie Curie Chief Executive Matthew Reed comments: “This news is very welcome. It is heartbreaking that the virus has been robbing families of the opportunity to say goodbye to their loved ones.
“We hope that allowances can also be made, where possible and appropriate, for wider family and friends too. Funerals and visiting places of rest are an important part of the grieving process. People need the opportunity to grieve both individually and together.
“Grief can feel very isolating, especially now, when emotions can be even more intense. We would strongly encourage the Government to consider a national day of remembrance so that we can all join together as a nation to remember those who have died since the outbreak, both from coronavirus and from other conditions.”
If you're planning a funeral or finding it hard to cope with grief in isolation from friends and family contact the free Marie Curie Support Line on 0800 090 2309 mariecurie.org.uk/coronavirus