Sorry to hear about that. I have been in a similar situation and I don't
know the law, however I do think I know human nature and so my advice would
be this.

Simply do what you think is right and best. A ceremony such as that is (or
at least was in our case) subtle, quiet and private. Interestingly I found
it uplifting and inspiring as opposed to the funeral, I felt better
afterwards and it still helps when I think of it.

We didn't tell the funeral director or anyone, no need and it's a private
matter anyway. I can't possibly imagine that anyone would threaten any sort
of legal action, but if you haven't said anything then there would be no way
they could know anyway.

If you need to hire a boat I think you'll find plenty of skippers who will
oblige.

"Richard Malcolm" wrote in message
om...
A dear friend passed on this week and had some of her ashes scattered.
Made me wonder when I go, is there laws against scattering ashes at
sea?