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Leicester City Council faces a severe burial space shortage, with only 2,700 plots remaining for around 500 annual burials. To address this, they propose reusing old graves, a move currently restricted by outdated laws. The Law Commission is reviewing these laws, with public feedback due in 2026 and potential changes not expected until 2028. The crisis is particularly pressing for Muslim and Jewish communities, who cannot reuse graves or opt for cremation due to religious beliefs. One local cemetery serving these groups may have only two years of space left. Officials are considering reusing 2,000 plots at Welford Road Cemetery and exploring boundary changes from local government reorganization. Checkout Solipillow.com