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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Oct- 2022 -24 OctoberEconomy
Rishi Sunak to become next PM
Rishi Sunak is set to become the next leader of the Conservative party and the UK prime minister after becoming…
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Sep- 2022 -23 SeptemberEconomy
Chancellor announces sweeping tax cuts in first mini-budget
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has today (23 September) announced a ream of tax cuts alongside a £60bn energy support package as…
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8 SeptemberLatest News
Energy bills to be capped at £2,500 a year from October
Prime minister Liz Truss has announced today that energy bills for typical households will be capped at £2,500 annually for…
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Aug- 2022 -26 AugustEconomy
Energy price cap to rise by 80% to £3,549 from October
Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap will increase by 80% to a record £3,549 a year for dual…
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5 AugustFeatures
Changing the conversation on paid bereavement policy
What is your role at C.P.J. Field and what is your history in the business? I am the managing director…
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Jul- 2022 -1 JulyCommunity
NAFD secures Investors in People accreditation
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has been awarded the ‘We invest in people standard’ accreditation from Investors in…
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Jun- 2022 -17 JuneBusiness
Dignity receives ‘intent to authorise’ status from FCA
Dignity has announced that the FCA has confirmed that it is “intending to authorise” Dignity Funerals Limited as a regulated…
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16 JuneEconomy
BoE raises interest rates to 1.25%
The Bank of England’s (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee has voted to raise interest from 1% to 1.25% – marking its…
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8 JuneBusiness
Funeral Partners introduces electric hearses into fleet
Funeral Partners has revealed it has expanded its fleet with the introduction of three new electric hearses which are due…
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May- 2022 -20 MayBusiness
Dignity appoints new CEO
Dignity plc, the UK provider of funeral and end of life services, has appointed Kate Davidson as its new chief…
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