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- 2017 -29 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Pet crematorium fraudster left beloved pets in field
A fraudster, who managed to take thousands of pounds from grieving pet owners, has been ordered to pay back over…
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27 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Limestone monoliths mark new Shropshire long barrow
Three limestone monoliths were erected in the grounds of Soulton Hall, Shropshire, on September 26. The region’s first long barrow in five…
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15 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
The Good Funeral Awards names 2017’s winners
Sometimes called ‘The Death Oscars’, the Good Funeral Awards celebrate the hard work and compassion of the people within the…
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1 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
SAIF welcomes Royal London report
The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) has welcomed the Royal London’s 2017 National Funeral Cost Index report…
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Aug- 2017 -31 AugustCurrent Affairs
Celebrant predicts ‘the end of traditional services’
A leading celebrant has highlighted the need for his profession to adapt to a growing trend within the funeral profession,…
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30 AugustCurrent Affairs
Funeral debt has risen to £160m
The Royal London National Funeral Cost Index 2017 has revealed that the average cost of a funeral has increased to £3,784.…
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Jul- 2017 -28 JulyCurrent Affairs
Avalon launches Lifelocker, the autobiographical app
Avalon, the UK Funeral Planning Authority registered provider of pre-paid funeral plans, has launched LifeLocker, an autobiographical app. It is…
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Jun- 2017 -30 JuneCurrent Affairs
CBCE 2017 takes place from July 3-5
Cremation & Burial Communication & Education 2017 (CBCE) will be taking place at Stratford Manor in Stratford-upon-Avon, from 3-5 July.…
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6 JuneCurrent Affairs
Gedling Crematorium carries out Service of Dedication
The Suffragan Bishop of Sherwood, The Right Reverend Tony Porter, was among the many guests to attend Gedling Crematorium’s Service of Dedication…
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5 JuneCurrent Affairs
Maven partners with Horizon Cremation Limited
Maven Capital Partners (“Maven”) has announce a £2.5 million VCT qualifying investment in Horizon Cremation Limited (“Horizon”). Horizon plans to…
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