Environmental Standards
Environmental standards are increasingly shaping operations across the UK funeral industry, from crematoria emissions to sustainable materials and energy efficiency. This coverage examines regulatory requirements, best practice initiatives, and innovation driving greener funeral services. Funeral Service Times reports on compliance updates, investment in low-carbon technologies, and the efforts of funeral directors and suppliers to meet sustainability goals. Readers gain insight into how strong environmental standards are influencing the sector’s future and professional reputation.
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Nov- 2025 -5 NovemberCommunity
Buckinghamshire retains gold for bereavement services
Buckinghamshire Council’s bereavement service has been awarded the highest national accreditation for the fifth consecutive year by the Institute of…
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Sep- 2025 -4 SeptemberCharity
Bramcote Crematorium donates £12,500 to local charities
Broxtowe Borough Council has revealed that Bramcote Crematorium has donated £12,500 to two local charities through a recycling scheme that…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilFuneral Plans
Bradford Council marks milestone in construction of new crem
Bradford Council’s main contractor, Robertson Construction, has marked a major milestone in the construction of a new crematorium off Shetcliffe…
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Jan- 2025 -17 JanuaryFuneral Plans
Lea Fields Crem achieves bronze funeral standard award
Lea Fields Crematorium has received a bronze award from the Greener Globe Funeral Standard, as the facility has taken steps…
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Jul- 2023 -12 JulyCommunity
Worcester City Council unveils plans for Astwood Crematorium refurb
Worcester City Council has detailed plans for the modernisation and refurbishment of Astwood Crematorium. An initial study carried out earlier…
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Nov- 2020 -11 NovemberLatest News
Proposal submitted for new Powys crematorium
A proposal has been submitted to the Powys county council, revealing plans to develop a new crematorium in the county,…
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Jul- 2015 -7 JulyPeople
Manufacturer increases number of FSC-certified coffins
Halliday Funeral Supplies plans to produce more Forest Stewardship Council certified coffins as part of an ongoing environmental strategy. Last…
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