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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Feb- 2017 -6 FebruaryCurrent Affairs
FSB calls for a pro-business Budget to boost jobs
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called for a pro-business Budget that boosts jobs and long-term growth. The Federations…
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Jan- 2017 -27 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
NCPC conference offers first in-depth look at Government’s End of Life Care Commitment
The first event looking in depth at the National Commitment on end of life care is taking place on March…
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25 JanuaryEconomy
Small firms fear export decline following Brexit
One third of small firms expect their level of exports to decline following Brexit, according to a survey by the…
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16 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
Government agrees better support for bereaved
The government has agreed to better support for bereaved people. The new modernised Bereavement Support Payment was announced by Minister…
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Dec- 2016 -13 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Funeral plans must be regulated warns MP
Prepaid funeral plans should be bound by the same rules as other financial services, according to Neil Gray MP. Currently…
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8 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Disputes cost small businesses £11.6 billion
Small firms in England and Wales are being cost at least £11.6 billion each year due to disputes, according to…
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Nov- 2016 -22 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Unemployment falls to lowest level for 11 years
The latest UK jobs figures show the unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level for 11 years. Self-employment has…
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10 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Women ‘effectively working for free until end of 2016′ due to gender pay gap
Women will in effect work for free for the rest of the year because of the gender pay gap, a…
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3 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Prime Minister rejects plea for financial support to grieving parents
Theresa May has rejected Labour’s plea to lift the financial burden on grieving parents. The Quaker Social Action, an organisation…
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3 NovemberCurrent Affairs
Brexit might not mean Brexit
The government cannot kickstart Brexit without parliamentary approval and a vote from MPs in the House of Commons, the High…
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