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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Jan- 2020 -8 JanuaryCommunity
Councils not returning ashes from public health funerals, says Royal London
A Freedom of Information request on public health funerals has revealed that 21 local councils did not return ashes from…
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7 JanuaryPeople
LifeArt UK appoints Kevin Crute as new CEO
LifeArt UK has appointed Kevin Crute as its new CEO to “oversee a period of growth”, as the business looks…
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Dec- 2019 -20 DecemberBusiness Bites
Finally, a government addressing the business rates fiasco
Regardless of your political colours, small businesses up and down the land will be pleased to hear of at least…
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Sep- 2019 -18 SeptemberTechnology/Equipment
Mortonhall launches virtual tour to ‘demystify’ cremation process
Edinburgh’s Grade A-listed Mortonhall Crematorium has opened up its doors to the world with a virtual tour of the facility.…
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13 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
Industry viewpoint – Social Funeral Fund / Funeral Poverty
Back in 2011/12 we wrote and received many letters from them the minister in charge of the DWP Iain Duncan…
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10 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
New funeral benefit to launch in Scotland
A new benefit providing help for people on low incomes to meet the costs of a funeral will be available…
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5 SeptemberFeatures
Regulatory scrutiny of the funeral market
Both HM Treasury and the CMA are currently investigating the funerals sector. HMT has been looking into the pre-paid funerals…
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Aug- 2019 -29 AugustBusiness
SAIF welcomes Scottish Government’s announcement on licensing
SAIF has welcomed the recent announcement by the Scottish Government on the introduction of a ‘progressive licensing’ scheme by the…
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Jul- 2019 -18 JulyFeatures
Cemeteries around the world: Assistens Kirkegård Cemetery
Located in the Norrebro district of Copenhagen, Denmark, Assistens Kirkegård Cemetery was first opened in 1760, originally purposed as a…
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17 JulyFuneral Plans
Bereaved families to receive funeral payments quicker
Families grieving the loss of a loved one will find it easier to get help to meet upfront funeral costs,…
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