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The first decision that must be made is where the burial will take place. Most churchyards no longer have any space for burials (however we recommend you contact the priest or minister about this). There are a number of cemeteries owned by local authorities and private companies. In order to bury in one of these, the grave space will have to be paid for. Most cemeteries lease the land for a reasonably long period of time after which the lease can be renewed. The cemetery will require a formal application to be made by the funeral director, on this form it will need to be specified whether or not the applicant is applying to purchase burial rights or to re-open a grave. In addition either the Coroner’s Order for Burial or the Certificate for Burial or Cremation (Green Form) issued by the registrar will be required.