Central England Co-op
Central England Co-op is a major regional co-operative business with a significant presence in the UK funeral profession, operating funeral homes, crematoria, and related services across multiple counties. This section of Funeral Service Times brings together coverage of the organisation’s activities, including business developments, service launches, community initiatives, and sustainability projects. Reporting also features leadership announcements, operational updates, and innovations in funeral care, reflecting the Co-op’s role in serving bereaved families with professionalism and dignity. Coverage is tailored to funeral directors, arrangers, and sector suppliers seeking insight into one of the industry’s most recognisable regional operators.
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Aug- 2021 -18 AugustTrade Organisations
CMA launches Central England Co-op acquisition inquiry
The Competition and Market Authority (CMA) has launched an inquiry into Central England Co-operative’s (CEC) proposed acquisition of part of…
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Aug- 2020 -3 AugustBusiness
Co-op Funeralcare announce new safety measures
Central England Co-op Funeralcare has put in place new safety measures to allow families to travel to services in limousines.…
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Jul- 2020 -20 JulyCoronavirus
Co-op Funeralcare outlines plans on face coverings
Central England Co-op has outlined its plans for in-store face coverings in its funeral businesses, as the retailer continues to…
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13 JulyPeople
Funeral director to take on a 100k cliff side trek for charity
A Central England Co-op funeral director is set to take on a 100km cliff side trek to raise vital funds…
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6 JulyCoronavirus
Restrictions eased at Derbyshire crematorium
Bretby Crematorium has increased the maximum number of mourners able to say goodbye to loved ones at the Derbyshire venue…
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Jun- 2020 -23 JuneCommunity
Central Co-op thanks hospice workers for their efforts during coronavirus crisis
Hospice staff have been sent “thank you” packages by Central England Co-op to show its “appreciation for their efforts in…
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15 JuneCoronavirus
Co-op Funeralcare welcomes plans to open churches amid pandemic
Central England Co-op Funeralcare has welcomed news that Church of England buildings can start to re-open for services from next…
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8 JuneCoronavirus
Central England Co-op announces first virtual members meeting amid Covid-19
Central England Co-op has announced it is to host its first online members meeting to update members on efforts to…
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2 JuneLatest News
Co-op Funeralcare prepares for upcoming changes to funerals
Central England Co-op Funeralcare has announced it is “working around the clock” to ensure its funeral homes and colleagues are…
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May- 2020 -26 MayCoronavirus
Co-op Funeral Directors creates new Covid-19 video guide
A team of Central England Co-op senior funeral directors have created a series of films to explain to families how…
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