Call for entries: APSE Cemeteries and Crematoria Innovation Award 2024

This award is to recognise the excellent work that is happening in cemeteries and crematoria across the UK. The ideal submission will contain a description of the problem or challenge faced, the innovative approach taken, and the outcomes achieved. Specifically, we are looking for councils that are contributing to the development of new initiatives, and of new working methods in their authority.

To grab the judges’ attention, write your statement well. Show that you have taken the time to submit a high-quality application. Use proper English and check your spelling and punctuation. Please stick to the allocated word counts.

Here are a few ideas that you may use to write your application. Please bear in mind that these are only ideas. You may choose to write about:

• a service redesign
• new training techniques
• use of new materials or equipment
• new methods of responding to or communicating with the public

Please note that the closing date for submissions is Friday 22 March 2024. Email your completed form to George Barton at [email protected]

Invitation to present your submission: Second stage of the application

The three finalists who scored highest in each category will be invited to present their submission at the Cemeteries and Crematoria Seminar 2024. The submissions will then be judged by a panel of experts and the winner announced after lunch.

Presentations should be via PowerPoint and be no longer than 10 minutes, followed by a 5-minute Q&A for the judges to question the presenter(s). You will be notified of your interview time nearer the event.

The winner will be presented with the award after lunch on the day of the Seminar on 25 April 2024.