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BBC News
11-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Haslingden cemetery could be extended for more Muslim burials
A Lancashire cemetery could have an extended Muslim burial area and other changes, if councillors approve a range of work potentially costing up to £600, new elements at Haslingden Cemetery in Rossendale could include extra car parking and a garden of remembrance for Cemetery could also be extended in the future, according to a new report for borough councillors. The need for burial space in the short term has been addressed at both sites, according to a council report, but Haslingden will require extra Muslim burial space later this year while Rawtenstall has space until late 2026. All councillors at Rossendale Council's next full meeting on 16 July will need to vote on the Haslingden idea because it is not included in the current budget for big projects this financial year, according to the Local Democracy Reporting to consider include the council providing a burial service for the Muslim community, council relationships with the community, sources of finance for the work and the need for outside expertise on cemetery extensions, according to a council the initial costs faced by Rossendale Council, a failure to develop Haslingden Cemetery would mean a lack of burial provision for the Muslim community and the council missing out on potential future income associated with cemetery services. Farmland to be used About 20 plot sales are expected each year and the Haslingden extension would last about 11 years. A second phase could be looked at in the current cost for a grave space, vault and internment is just over £4,000. The report estimates the council's costs would be repaid in seven or eight years through burials, with remaining income from the extension's 11-year lifespan supporting cemetery staff and currently has six acres of land in use and a small chapel. If an extension went ahead, land that has been leased for farming would be used and a full planning application for a cemetery extension would be next step is to get the full council's approval of funding to progress the scheme through planning. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on BBC Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram and watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer.
The Sun
06-07-2025
- The Sun
Heartbroken family of boy, 4, killed when gravestone crushed him return to scene
THE family of a four-year-old boy who was killed when a gravestone crushed him returned to the scene yesterday. They sobbed, hugged and comforted each other in the cemetery as the tragedy sank in. It was understood a large stone cross became detached from the base of the gravestone. A woman — believed to be his mother — stood at the grave. Others left floral tributes. One read: 'Our Darling, Our Little Chaos Boy. "I hope you're playing with the angels and that super grandad is giving you all the cuddles and kisses that we no longer can.' Another read: 'Vibrant flowers for our vibrant boy.' The incident happened at 1pm on Saturday in Rawtenstall, Lancs. Lancashire Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious. Rossendale Council said it was working to determine the circumstances of the tragedy. Andy MacNae, MP for Rossendale and Darwen, said: 'My thoughts go out to the family and everyone affected by the tragic incident in Rawtenstall cemetery, which has claimed the life of a four-year-old boy.' 1
Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Grieving family name boy, four, killed when cross from a gravestone fell and struck him
Relatives of a four-year-old boy crushed when a heavy stone cross from a grave toppled onto him today returned to the cemetery where he died. The youngster, named in tributes as Eli David, was apparently struck when the cross became detached from the base of the gravestone at Rawtenstall Cemetery, in Lancashire, on Saturday afternoon. Police and paramedics were called but were unable to save him. Today family members sobbed and hugged each other as they visited the scene of the tragedy. A woman - believed to be the boy's mother – also stood silently at the graveside. Others left floral tributes and a teddy bear. One of the tributes read: 'Our Darling Eli, Our Little Chaos Boy. 'I hope you're playing with the angels and that super grandad is giving you all the cuddles and kisses that we no longer can. We will love you and remember you always until we see you again.' Another, attached to a bouquet of brightly-coloured sunflowers and chrysanthemums, said: 'Vibrant flowers for our vibrant boy.' Lancashire Police said the boy's death was not being treated as suspicious and a file will be sent to the coroners' office. Rossendale Council also confirmed that it was working with the relevant authorities to determine the circumstances of the tragedy, which occurred around 1pm. Local authorities have responsibility for maintaining graveyards and ensuring they are safe for visitors. Andy MacNae, MP for Rossendale and Darwen, said: 'My thoughts go out to the family and everyone affected by the tragic incident in Rawtenstall cemetery, which has claimed the life of a four-year-old boy.' While councillor Liz McInnes, lead member for communities, housing, health and well-being at Rossendale Council, said the 'whole of Rawtenstall is grieving' the boy's death. 'This is a terrible tragedy,' she said. 'My heartfelt and deepest sympathies to the family of this poor boy. The whole of Rawtenstall is grieving.' A council spokesman said: 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of a young child at Rawtenstall Cemetery on Saturday. Our thoughts are with the family at this devastating time.
Daily Telegraph
06-07-2025
- Daily Telegraph
Child killed by falling headstone in cemetery
Don't miss out on the headlines from World. Followed categories will be added to My News. A four-year-old boy has tragically died after a gravestone reportedly fell onto him in a cemetery. Paramedics rushed to Rawtenstall Cemetery in Lancashire, UK, at around 1pm today where police confirmed the boy had sadly died. Lancashire Police have said his death is not being treated as suspicious and said they will pass a file to the HM Coroner 'in due course', The Sun reported. A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: 'We were called to Rawtenstall Cemetery at 1pm today [July 5] following reports a gravestone had fallen onto a child. 'Tragically, and despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the boy sadly died. 'Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this devastating time. 'His death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be passed onto HM Coroner in due course.' A toddler has been killed by a gravestone in cemetery. Picture: Google Maps Rossendale Council said it is working with the relevant authorities to understand the circumstances of the incident. 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of a young child at Rawtenstall Cemetery on Saturday,' a council spokesperson said. 'Our thoughts are with the family at this devastating time. 'Rossendale Borough Council is working with all relevant agencies to understand the circumstances of this incident.' Andy MacNae, MP for Rossendale and Darwen, said: 'My thoughts go out to the family and everyone affected by the tragic incident in Rawtenstall cemetery, which has claimed the life of a four-year-old boy.' Liz McInnes, lead member for communities, housing, health and well-being, has said that the 'whole of Rawtenstall is grieving', after the tragic incident. The toddler died after a headstone fell on him. Picture: Supplied 'This is a terrible tragedy. My heartfelt and deepest sympathies to the family of this poor boy. The whole of Rawtenstall is grieving,' she said. Police confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious and will pass a file to the coroner's office. Rossendale Council has also confirmed to the Lancashire Telegraph that it is working with the relevant authorities to understand the circumstances of the incident. This story originally appeared on The Sun and was republished with permission. Originally published as Child dies after headstone falls on him at cemetery
News.com.au
06-07-2025
- News.com.au
Child dies after headstone falls on him at cemetery
A four-year-old boy has tragically died after a gravestone reportedly fell onto him in a cemetery. Paramedics rushed to Rawtenstall Cemetery in Lancashire, UK, at around 1pm today where police confirmed the boy had sadly died. Lancashire Police have said his death is not being treated as suspicious and said they will pass a file to the HM Coroner 'in due course', The Sun reported. A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: 'We were called to Rawtenstall Cemetery at 1pm today [July 5] following reports a gravestone had fallen onto a child. 'Tragically, and despite the best efforts of the emergency services, the boy sadly died. 'Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this devastating time. 'His death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be passed onto HM Coroner in due course.' Rossendale Council said it is working with the relevant authorities to understand the circumstances of the incident. 'We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of a young child at Rawtenstall Cemetery on Saturday,' a council spokesperson said. 'Our thoughts are with the family at this devastating time. 'Rossendale Borough Council is working with all relevant agencies to understand the circumstances of this incident.' Andy MacNae, MP for Rossendale and Darwen, said: 'My thoughts go out to the family and everyone affected by the tragic incident in Rawtenstall cemetery, which has claimed the life of a four-year-old boy.' Liz McInnes, lead member for communities, housing, health and well-being, has said that the 'whole of Rawtenstall is grieving', after the tragic incident. 'This is a terrible tragedy. My heartfelt and deepest sympathies to the family of this poor boy. The whole of Rawtenstall is grieving,' she said. Police confirmed that the death is not being treated as suspicious and will pass a file to the coroner's office. Rossendale Council has also confirmed to the Lancashire Telegraph that it is working with the relevant authorities to understand the circumstances of the incident.
