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The council has officially committed to locking the gates at night to prevent further vandalism at Wigginton Cemetery. I am sincerely grateful to everyone who provided their support to ensure our loved ones can rest in peace. We will remain observant to confirm that these new security measures are implemented …

February 29, 2012

Wigginton Cemetery. Let our loved ones rest in peace!

Wigginton Cemetery. Let our loved ones rest in peace!

🏆 Won — 220 supporters Verified

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Started by Anonymous 14 years, 8 months ago
Wigginton Cemetery is supposed to be a place of peace and respect where we lay our loved ones to rest. However, the cemetery gates are no longer closed at night, leaving it wide open for youths to access in the dark. This results in vandalism and theft of sentimental items on graves. This behaviour is disgusting and disrespectful! After an article in the Tamworth Herald failed to attract the attention of the council i was encouraged to start a petition, 1000 signatures are needed to pull the petition infront of the council but obviously the more we get the better! Let our loved ones rest in peace!

Updates

January 22, 2012

The stories shared in the comments section highlight the ongoing pain caused by this lack of security. I am currently preparing a formal letter to the council to ensure this matter remains at the forefront of their agenda.

January 22, 2012

The momentum surrounding our request for security at Wigginton Cemetery is truly significant. This collective support confirms that our community expects dignity and protection for those buried here.

Reached 100 supporters

January 22, 2012

6 Comments

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Joanne Powell
14 years ago Featured

So fed up with this. My daughters teddy was stolen off her grave last month. Sickening.

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Sarah Foster
14 years ago Featured

its absolutely heartbreaking to go visit my nan and see the mess these kids are leaving behind. have some respect for the dead.

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Paul Chen
14 years ago Featured

Gates closed by 6pm. Problem solved.

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Linda Barnes
14 years ago Featured

Disgusting. My husband is buried there and I worry every single night about what they are doing to his headstone. Please sort this out.

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Dave Sharma
14 years ago Featured

Lock the gates. Simple solution. Why is the council waiting for someone to get hurt or something worse to happen?

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Mark Hudson
14 years ago Featured

total lack of respect. these kids need to be taught a lesson and the council needs to do their job and lock up at night.