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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Jul- 2020 -7 JulyCoronavirus
SAIF welcomes new funeral guidance
The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) has welcomed clarification from the government that funerals can be…
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6 JulyCoronavirus
Restrictions eased at Derbyshire crematorium
Bretby Crematorium has increased the maximum number of mourners able to say goodbye to loved ones at the Derbyshire venue…
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Jun- 2020 -30 JuneFuneral Plans
Co-op Funeralcare encourages mourners to find pre-recorded hymns for services
Mourners are encouraged to find pre-recorded tracks as places of worship open up post-Covid-19 lockdown. Co-op Funeralcare, has welcomed the…
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29 JuneCoronavirus
Council-maintained cemeteries in Wales increase mourner limit to 20
The number of mourners attending funerals at Coychurch Crematorium and council-maintained cemeteries in Wales has been increased from 10 to…
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22 JuneEconomy
Chancellor mulls VAT cut and could follow up with autumn tax rises
Chancellor Rishi Sunak is reportedly considering cutting VAT in order to help stimulate the economy but could follow the move…
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10 JuneFeatures
A new balance
Do you remember when “disruption” was a bad thing? For some time now, the word has taken on far more…
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10 JuneCoronavirus
Funerals can take place in Churches from next week, says House of Bishops
Funerals will be allowed to take place in churches again from Monday (15 June) amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The House…
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9 JuneCoronavirus
Dudley Council ups mourner limit to 30
Dudley Council has confirmed that additional mourners will be able to attend crematorium services and all burials in the borough.…
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2 JuneLatest News
Co-op Funeralcare prepares for upcoming changes to funerals
Central England Co-op Funeralcare has announced it is “working around the clock” to ensure its funeral homes and colleagues are…
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May- 2020 -26 MayCoronavirus
Co-op Funeral Directors creates new Covid-19 video guide
A team of Central England Co-op senior funeral directors have created a series of films to explain to families how…
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