Funeral News
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Sep- 2018 -7 SeptemberBusiness
Average mourner borrows £1,700 to pay for loved one’s funeral costs
The average mourner in the UK borrows £1,700 to pay for a loved one’s funeral costs, new research has suggested.…
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Aug- 2018 -17 AugustTrade Organisations
New partnership creates ‘education pathway for the funeral profession’
A new partnership between the Independent Funeral Directors (IFD) college and the British Institute of Funeral Directors (BIFD) has been…
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17 AugustBusiness
Essex company launches eco-friendly coffins
An Essex coffin company has launched a series of eco-friendly coffins that do not contain metal or plastic. The Brentwood-based…
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7 AugustFuneral Plans
Direct cremation set to double in the next five years
The number of people in the UK taking up the option of direct cremation is set to double in the…
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1 AugustFuneral Plans
Midlands funeral firm creates unique memorial for air hostess’ father
A Midlands funeral firm has created a unique wave-shaped memorial for an air hostess whose father’s life was cut short…
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Jul- 2018 -10 JulyFeatures
The final journey
Almost as iconic as the coffin itself, the black hearse is synonymous with the funeral profession. Traditionally seen with a…
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Jun- 2018 -8 JuneCurrent Affairs
Scottish basic funeral costs increase 75 percent in eight years
Data obtained by BBC Scotland research suggests that the average cost of a funeral in Scotland has increased by 75…
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May- 2018 -11 MayCommunity
Councils vote to waive costs of child funerals
Councils in Mid and East Antrim and Newry, Mourne and Down Council have voted to waive the funeral costs of…
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Aug- 2016 -2 AugustCurrent Affairs
Funerals disrupted by tourists
Funerals are reportedly being disrupted at a famous Orkney church by tourists looking to snap a selfie. St Magnus Cathedral…
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