Burial

Funeral director called on for Quaker re-interment

The Walter C. Parson Group was pleased to be called on for the re-interment of a woman who died in…

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A brave new world? Contemporary practices in the UK and Ireland

What would you have us do with your body after death? Would you consider some altruistic options, such as donating…

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‘Deep freeze’ funerals could be coming to the UK

A ‘green’ alternative to burials and cremation could be coming to the UK in the form of ‘deep freeze’ funerals.…

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Cemeteries Around the World: Tomb of Alexandria

Deep in the heart of historic Alexandria, Egypt, a tomb lay hidden for centuries, until, as stories claim, an unsuspecting…

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Jewish society demands removal of London coroner over burial delays

A Jewish burial service has called for the removal of senior London coroner after a number of Jewish families complained…

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The Cemetery Club: Should resting places be tourist attractions?

Cemeteries have always attracted visitors. Julius Caesar stopped at Alexander the Great’s tomb. The discovery of Tutankhamun launched a fashion…

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How does the UK’s closest neighbour approach death? Dr Kevin Myers describes the changing face of Irish cultural traditions

The Irish have a rich and long cultural tradition in relation to matters surrounding death. When faced with loss, historically…

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Council reveals plans for low cost funerals

A new scheme introduced by Halton Borough Council in Cheshire will offer residents the option of a fixed cost funeral.…

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Man jailed for burial plot fraud

A man who fraudulently sold burial plots at an Edinburgh cemetery has been found guilty. William Henderson, 45, was employed…

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Playboy founder wants crypt next to “ultimate blonde”, Marilyn Monroe

Playboy founder Hugh Hefner continues to divide public opinion, even in death. The 91 year old, who passed away on September…

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