Post by Kiwi Frontline on Mar 9, 2016 16:29:36 GMT 12
Iwi want more say on scattered ashes
Iwi say people should have to consult with them about where they scatter ashes of the dead.
A recent review of burial and cremation laws by the Law Commission, led by Dr Wayne Mapp, found more needed to be done to respect cultural concerns about scattering ashes in sacred sites.
"We thought the current situation really was not good enough."
He said iwi wanted more control but many were not keen on a full formal process as it would be onerous on everyone involved…..
www.radionz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/298461/iwi-want-more-say-on-scattered-ashes
Iwi say people should have to consult with them about where they scatter ashes of the dead.
A recent review of burial and cremation laws by the Law Commission, led by Dr Wayne Mapp, found more needed to be done to respect cultural concerns about scattering ashes in sacred sites.
"We thought the current situation really was not good enough."
He said iwi wanted more control but many were not keen on a full formal process as it would be onerous on everyone involved…..
www.radionz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/298461/iwi-want-more-say-on-scattered-ashes