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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Nov- 2018 -29 NovemberCurrent Affairs
CMA proposes major funerals probe after identifying ‘serious concerns’
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published an interim report presenting the issues it has identified since launching a…
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22 NovemberPeople
Old habits ‘fuelling funeral overspending’
Traditional funeral providers continue to benefit from consumers being stuck in their ways as only four percent of mourners consider…
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22 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Funeral ads banned by TfL win ‘Best Viral Campaign’ award
A series of controversial adverts that were initially banned by Transport for London (TfL) has earned advertising industry approval after…
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14 NovemberBusiness
Aylesbury Vale Crematorium to open this winter
The new crematorium at Watermead will soon open its doors, after it was given the go-ahead by James Brokenshire MP,…
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Oct- 2018 -25 OctoberCurrent Affairs
New research calls for action to stop next-of-kin being exploited
New research has found next-of-kin are losing out on inheritances or having to pay excessive charges to claim them as…
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11 OctoberCommunity
Walter C Parson Group helps to repatriate Commonwealth soldier
Funeral director company, Walter C. Parson Group, have said it was “beyond privileged” when its staff were approached by the…
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2 OctoberCurrent Affairs
Police investigate London cemetery over fears of graves ‘disappearing’
Police have opened an investigation into Tottenham Park cemetery after human remains were found uncovered on the site by a…
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Sep- 2018 -26 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
SAIF calls for regulation of profession
The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) has said England, Wales and Northern Ireland should follow in Scotland’s…
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10 SeptemberFeatures
Resomation: the flame-free cremation that could be coming to the UK
Resomation was developed by expert biochemist Sandy Sullivan who had an ambition to offer the public an environmentally friendly end…
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10 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
SAIF: Royal London report shows independent directors offer ‘best value’
The National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF) has responded to Royal London’s 2018 Funeral Cost Index saying…
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