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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Technology
Saqib Shah

Co-op lets mourners scatter ashes by drone in UK first

A box-carrying drone in flight across UK’s wetlands

(Picture: Aerial ashes)

It’s hard to imagine a more fitting tribute to an England football fan than to have their cremated ashes dispersed by drone across the hallowed Wembley turf – or perhaps tipped into the river in the shadow of Twickenham Stadium, for those who prefer rugby.

In a surprising development, Co-op funeral services is now offering its customers the opportunity to have their loved-one’s ashes safely scattered from the load box of a remote-control drone at the location of their choice - though the above venues may be a little too public. You can even capture a video of this special event for posterity.

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