Government
Government policy, legislation, and public sector decisions have a direct impact on the funeral profession in the UK, from regulation of funeral pricing and crematoria operations to public health guidance and licensing frameworks. This tag covers how national and local government bodies shape the operating environment for funeral directors, crematoria, cemetery managers, and associated professionals. Funeral Service Times reports on consultations, new legislation, regulatory changes, funding programmes, and official statements, providing clear and relevant analysis to help sector professionals stay informed, compliant, and prepared for policy developments that affect their work and responsibilities.
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Aug- 2020 -10 AugustFuneral Plans
Surge in wills may lead to even more unexpected executors, says Co-op
Co-op Legal Services is urging people putting wills in place amidst the coronavirus pandemic, to speak to their chosen executors,…
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3 AugustBusiness
Co-op Funeralcare announce new safety measures
Central England Co-op Funeralcare has put in place new safety measures to allow families to travel to services in limousines.…
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Jul- 2020 -29 JulyBusiness
Dignity HY profits up 11%
Funeral provider Dignity has reported an 11% increase in profit-before-tax to £26.5m in the first half of its financial year,…
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27 JulyFuneral Plans
3,000 bereaved families access funding for children’s funerals, reveals Co-op Funeralcare
Co-op Funeralcare has revealed since the launch of the Children’s Funeral Fund, almost 3,000 bereaved families have accessed funding available…
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24 JulyTips
How has Covid-19 affected the management of funerals
The grieving process, for both formal and informal rituals, is necessary steps in the healing of the bereaved. Especially during…
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21 JulyCoronavirus
Number of mourners allowed at Manchester crematorium increases
The number of mourners allowed at funeral services at Altrincham Crematorium has increased from 10 to 20. Trafford Council has…
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20 JulyCoronavirus
Co-op Funeralcare outlines plans on face coverings
Central England Co-op has outlined its plans for in-store face coverings in its funeral businesses, as the retailer continues to…
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17 JulyTips
Funeral prices rise amid discussions on quality
In recent months, the funeral industry has been swarmed with a significant load of concerns from families of the dearly…
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14 JulyCoronavirus
Hancock ‘regrets’ banning close relatives from funerals
Health secretary Matt Hancock has admitted banning people from going to funerals of families was a mistake amid the Covid-19…
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14 JulyFuneral Plans
Scottish government announces new funeral guidance
The Scottish government has announced from tomorrow (15 July) there will be a maximum cap of 20 on funeral service…
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