Swiss City Debates Permitting Religious Cemeteries

Currently, cemeteries in Geneva, Switzerland must be public and non-denominational. However, Jews and Muslims both would like to create private cemeteries in which they can bury their dead according to their religions' rules-- something they can now do in only limited space that is running out. The Associated Press reports that a bill to permit private cemeteries is to be voted on this week by the cantonal parliament. However, Social Democrats are opposed to the proposal. Christian Brunier, Social Democrat deputy, said: "This would open the door to community divisions".