Cremation
Cremation remains the most widely chosen funeral option in the UK, with significant implications for funeral directors, crematoria operators, and sector suppliers. Funeral Service Times covers every aspect of cremation services, from regulatory frameworks and environmental compliance to technological advancements, operational standards, and public expectations. Coverage includes cremator maintenance, mercury abatement, service formats, emissions legislation, and investment in new facilities—equipping professionals with the insight needed to manage cremation services with dignity, efficiency, and full regulatory awareness.
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Sep- 2022 -16 SeptemberCommunity
Lancashire council to increase prices of burials and cremations
Blackburn and Darwen Council has confirmed its plans to increase burial prices by 7.5% and cremation fees by 10% commencing…
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Aug- 2022 -18 AugustCommunity
Hampshire crematorium donates £5k to local school
Wessex Vale Crematorium has donated £5,000 towards the costs of providing new play equipment for children at St James’ Church…
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9 AugustCommunity
Chase and District Memorial Park celebrates opening after 5-year delay
The Chase and District Memorial Park in Burntwood has opened its Crematorium, providing affordable resting places, funeral and cremation services,…
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5 AugustFeatures
Changing the conversation on paid bereavement policy
What is your role at C.P.J. Field and what is your history in the business? I am the managing director…
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Jul- 2022 -29 JulyFuneral Plans
FCA begins regulation of pre-paid funeral plans
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has officially begun its regulation of the pre-paid funeral plan market today (29 July) and…
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Jun- 2022 -21 JuneBusiness
Pure Cremation reaches final stage of FCA approval process
Pure Cremation, a provider of funeral plans in the UK, received confirmation that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is ‘minded…
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10 JuneFuneral Plans
Almost a third of people want a celebration, survey finds
Almost a third of brits revealed they want a celebration of life without religious content, according to a new survey…
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8 JuneBusiness
SAIF partners with cremation experts to help members compete at NFE
SAIF has partnered with cremation experts in order to help Independent funeral directors that visited its stand at the National…
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May- 2022 -20 MayBusiness
Dignity appoints new CEO
Dignity plc, the UK provider of funeral and end of life services, has appointed Kate Davidson as its new chief…
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Apr- 2022 -22 AprilLatest News
West Lancashire Cemetery donates £3,000 to Southport Lifeboats
West Lancashire Cemetery and Crematorium has made a £3,000 donation to the local Southport Lifeboats. Southport Lifeboats is run by…
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