Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) supports professionals responsible for the operation and governance of cemeteries, crematoria, and related bereavement services across the UK. As a key industry body, it provides training, technical guidance, policy input, and professional standards aimed at improving service quality and compliance. Funeral Service Times covers the ICCM’s leadership activity, sector initiatives, regulatory engagement, and contributions to workforce development—offering insight into its role in shaping best practice across public and private bereavement services.
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Aug- 2025 -19 AugustCommunity
St Helens bereavement team shortlisted for national cemetery award
St Helens Bereavement Service has announced it has been shortlisted for a national award recognising high standards in cemetery and…
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5 AugustFuneral Plans
Hatfield crematorium praised by ICCM for bereavement services
Oak Hill Lawn Cemetery and Crematorium in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, has been recognised for its bereavement services with gold and silver…
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Jul- 2025 -16 JulyBusiness
ICCM backs regulation after David Fuller inquiry report
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) has backed calls for independent regulation of mortuary and post-mortem practices following…
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8 JulyCurrent Affairs
ICCM urges govt to recognise cemetery and crem staff as key workers
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) has called on the government to clarify whether cemetery and crematorium staff…
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May- 2025 -29 MayEvents
ICCM sponsors first-ever funeral floristry exhibit at Chelsea Flower Show
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) was the lead sponsor of The Farewell Flowers Directory’s first-ever funeral floristry…
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Apr- 2025 -28 AprilCharity
Hither Green Crem donates £12,500 from metal recycling scheme
Hither Green Crematorium in Lewisham, London, has raised around £12,500 for local charities this year through the Recycling of Metals…
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22 AprilBusiness
ICCM raises concerns over country-wide funeral delays
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) has today (22 April) voiced serious concerns about the increasing delays in…
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Feb- 2025 -13 FebruaryPeople
The Farewell Guide names former Dignity chief exec as new COO
Online funeral comparison platform, The Farewell Guide, has announced the appointment of former Dignity chief executive, Kate Davidson, MBE, as…
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12 FebruaryPeople
ICCM names Mathew Crawley as new CEO
The Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) has announced that Mathew Crawley has been named its new chief executive,…
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May- 2024 -20 MayCharity
Stafford Crematorium’s recycling scheme hits £120k milestone
Stafford Borough Council has raised more than £120k through Stafford Crematorium’s recycling scheme of artificial hip and knee joints since…
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