A seven-year-old boy who tragically died in a suspected hit-and-run accident has been granted permission by King Charles III to be buried at his local churchyard in Kent. William Brown was struck by a vehicle as he walked along Sandgate Esplanade in Folkestone on December 6th. A 49-year-old suspect has since been released on bail. William’s mother had launched a fundraising appeal to cover the cost of a funeral at St Mary and St Eanswythe Church prior to the monarch’s decision.
Under UK law, the monarch may grant ‘burial ground variation orders’ at churchyards that no longer allow burials. The Privy Council expressed their sympathy and support for the Brown family and the local community in Folkestone during this difficult time. William was a pupil at St Eanswythe’s Church of England Primary School.
The event has affected not only William’s family, but the entire community of Folkestone. The loss of a young life is always a tragedy, and it’s something that’s felt by everyone. Even in instances of death, it’s essential to allow the family to hold a proper burial ceremony. The ability to mourn and pay respects provides some solace in such trying times.
The decision by King Charles III to grant permission for burial in William’s local churchyard is appreciated, and it will enable friends, family, and the local community to come together, show their support, and pay their respects to William and his family
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