Funeral Poverty

Funeral poverty remains a pressing issue within the UK, where rising costs and limited financial support leave some families struggling to afford a dignified farewell. This challenge affects both bereaved families and the professionals supporting them, placing emphasis on transparency, flexibility, and access to assistance schemes. Funeral Service Times covers developments related to funeral affordability, government support programmes, charitable funds, pricing policy, and sector initiatives—providing funeral directors and service providers with insight into tackling financial hardship with compassion and professional integrity.