Crematorium scheme raises thousands for hospice.

METAL recycled from cremations at Woodlands Crematorium, near Chelmsley Wood, has helped raise vital funds for the Marie Curie Hospice.
A cheque for £5,000 was presented to the charity last week by Councillor Alison Rolf, cabinet member for stronger communities and partnerships.
The money, which was also collected through the borough's other crematorium, at Robin Hood, was derived from the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) Recycling of Metals Scheme.
All of the material recycled is only processed with the written consent of each bereaved family.
Coun Rolf said: "We are extremely proud to be involved in this scheme and be able to provide a donation to Marie Curie, which is a fantastic charity providing help to so many local people and their families through difficult times.
"I know that cremation is a sensitive issue and can be hard for many people to deal with, but I’m so thankful to every bereaved family that has agreed to take part in this scheme. Without their support we wouldn’t be able to donate such an incredible amount of money to this worthwhile cause."