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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May- 2017 -9 MayCurrent Affairs
New SAIF President Paul Bowley shares plans for 2017
Newly appointed SAIF president Paul Bowley has outlined his vision for the next 12 months – pledging to work with…
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3 MayCurrent Affairs
First ever Inspector of Funeral Directors announced
The Scottish Government has appointed Scotland’s first ever Inspector of Funeral Directors. Natalie McKail, who will take up post in…
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Apr- 2017 -19 AprilEconomy
Small business confidence continues to rise
UK small business confidence is at its highest level in over a year, according to the latest Federation of Small…
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6 AprilCurrent Affairs
Funeral directors will work with Scottish Government to introduce regulation
Funeral directors from across Scotland have committed to work with the Scottish Government to introduce regulation to the sector. Members…
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Mar- 2017 -31 MarchCurrent Affairs
Funeral directors to discuss implications of burial and cremation bill passed by Scottish Parliament
Scottish funeral directors will soon be meeting to discuss the ways in which upcoming regulation of the funeral sector may…
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31 MarchCurrent Affairs
Chester Pearce Funeral Service opens new premises
Chester Pearce Funeral Service is celebrating opening the doors to its new premises in The Neighbourhood Centre, Canford Heath. The…
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27 MarchCurrent Affairs
Child funeral fees scrapped by Welsh Government
The Welsh Government have announced plans to scrap fees for children’s funerals. This follows a campaign led by Carolyn Harris MP who…
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13 MarchCurrent Affairs
House of Lords checks progress of end of life care commitment
A debate on Tuesday 14 March in the House of Lords will explore whether the 2016 National Commitment for End…
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2 MarchCurrent Affairs
NCPC calls for Government to push forward with National Commitment on End of Life Care
Ilora, Baroness Finlay, has called on the Government to keep moving forward with the National Commitment on End of Life…
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Feb- 2017 -14 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
New government cyber security centre opens
A new cyber security centre has been officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen today. The government’s National Cyber Security Centre…
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