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RESOLVED to elect County Borough Councillor D Isaac as Chair of the Joint Committee for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
RESOLVED to approve as an accurate record, the minutes of the meeting of the Llwydcoed Crematorium Joint Committee held on 11th March 2025.
RESOLVED to agree the calendar of meetings for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
RESOLVED To schedule a site visit to Llwydcoed Crematorium for the Joint Committee Members.
RESOLVED; To note the Statistics and Performance in respect of Llwydcoed Crematorium.
RESOLVED; • To note the report. • To note the unaudited Annual Return for the year ended 31st March 2025 as presented. (Appendix 1). • To note the Internal Audit Report (Appendix 2); and • That the Chair of the Joint Committee signs the Approval and Certification section of the Annual Return.
There were no declarations of interest in matters pertaining to the agenda.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED to elect County Borough Councillor D Isaac as Chair of the Joint Committee for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
RESOLVED to elect County Borough Councillor D Isaac as Chair of the Joint Committee for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
RESOLVED to appoint County Borough Councillor A Fox as Vice-Chair of the Joint Committee for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED to approve as an accurate record, the minutes of the meeting of the Llwydcoed Crematorium Joint Committee held on 11th March 2025.
RESOLVED to approve as an accurate record, the minutes of the meeting of the Llwydcoed Crematorium Joint Committee held on 11th March 2025.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED to agree the calendar of meetings for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
Members were asked to consider the proposed calendar of quarterly meetings for the Joint Committee for the 2025-26 Municipal Year. Members agreed that the current arrangement of holding meetings virtually has been effective in consistently achieving quorum. It was RESOLVED to agree the calendar of meetings for the 2025-26 Municipal Year.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED To schedule a site visit to Llwydcoed Crematorium for the Joint Committee Members.
Members were invited to consider the proposed site visit to Llwydcoed Crematorium. It was noted that the visit would provide valuable insight into the operations and commitments at Llwydcoed, as well as offer an opportunity for members to meet new colleagues in person. RESOLVED To schedule a site visit to Llwydcoed Crematorium for the Joint Committee Members.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED; To note the Statistics and Performance in respect of Llwydcoed Crematorium.
The Bereavement Services Manager provided Members with the Statistics and Performance figures relating to the operation of the Crematorium since the last meeting. Members welcomed the completion of works on the Heads of the Valleys Road and recognised the potential benefits this would bring to the crematorium. Members emphasised the importance of minimising disruption caused by the remaining works and maintaining a tidy environment for visitors. The Bereavement Services Manager confirmed that a meeting had taken place with the contractor to address these concerns. Members raised several queries regarding funeral plans. In response, the Bereavement Services Manager outlined plans to host public information days to provide guidance and support. It was noted that there has been a national increase in enquiries relating to private direct cremations and the disposal of remains. The Bereavement Services Manager clarified that the Council’s role is to inform the public of the available service options, with The Federation developing a national standard checklist to assist in this process. It was further noted that the recent reduction in fees has enhanced the appeal of using Llwydcoed’s services, enabling local funeral directors to offer more competitive pricing. Following consideration of the information contained within the report of the Bereavement Services Manager it was further RESOLVED; To note the Statistics and Performance in respect of Llwydcoed Crematorium.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED; • To note the report. • To note the unaudited Annual Return for the year ended 31st March 2025 as presented. (Appendix 1). • To note the Internal Audit Report (Appendix 2); and • That the Chair of the Joint Committee signs the Approval and Certification section of the Annual Return.
The Group Accountant provided Members with information relating to the unaudited Annual Return for the Year Ended 31st March 2025 and the Internal Audit Report Llwydcoed Crematorium issued 8th April 2025. Members were pleased to note that recent maintenance efforts have contributed to a reduction in utility costs, and commended the team for their diligent and robust financial management. A query was raised by a constituent regarding the organ at Llwydcoed Crematorium. The Bereavement Services Manager confirmed awareness of the issue and advised that servicing of the organ is currently being scheduled. Following consideration of the report, it was RESOLVED; • To note the report. • To note the unaudited Annual Return for the year ended 31st March 2025 as presented. (Appendix 1). • To note the Internal Audit Report (Appendix 2); and • That the Chair of the Joint Committee signs the Approval and Certification section of the Annual Return.
The Bereavement Services Manager informed members of an ongoing issue with the cremator coolant system at Llwydcoed. The maintenance contractor is currently investigating and diagnosing the fault.
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