NAFD
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) is a leading trade body representing the interests of funeral professionals across the UK. It plays a central role in setting professional standards, advocating on behalf of members, and engaging with government, regulators, and the public. Funeral Service Times provides coverage of the NAFD’s policy work, regulatory consultations, industry guidance, training and events, leadership updates, and sector commentary. Content supports funeral directors and affiliated professionals in staying informed about the NAFD’s influence, resources, and evolving role within the funeral profession.
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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
Yorkshire Educational & Social Weekend well attended
The Yorkshire Educational & Social Weekend was held at the Palm Court Hotel, Scarborough from the 17 to 19 March…
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Jan- 2017 -13 JanuaryEvents
Anderson Maguire named Family Business of The Year 2016
Anderson Maguire Funeral Directors has won The Herald’s Family Business of The Year Award (small – medium) 2016. The Awards…
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Dec- 2016 -21 DecemberCurrent Affairs
Good tutoring pays off for Anderson Maguire staff
Martin Hynes (24) has recently been certified with the NAFD (National Association of Funeral Directors) Diploma in Funeral Arranging. He…
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Nov- 2016 -8 NovemberCurrent Affairs
SAIF responds to funeral television show
In response to ITV Tonight documentary, Funerals: A costly undertaking?, Terry Tennens, chief executive of SAIF, commented: “Adam Shaw’s programme…
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Oct- 2016 -3 OctoberPeople
All Anderson Maguire staff aim for NAFD qualification
Scottish independent family funeral directors, Anderson Maguire, is on course to have all staff accredited with an NAFD (National Association…
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Sep- 2016 -8 SeptemberCurrent Affairs
NAFD appoints Mandie Lavin as Chief Executive Officer
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has appointed qualified nurse and barrister Mandie Lavin as its Chief Executive Officer.…
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Aug- 2016 -4 AugustCurrent Affairs
FBCA endorses FFMA coffin protocol
Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (FBCA) has announced that it will be endorsing the Funeral Furnishing Manufacturers Association (FFMA) coffin and casket…
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Jul- 2016 -13 JulyEvents
Scottish based funeral director receives honoury NAFD membership
Dom Maguire, Chairman of Anderson Maguire Funeral Directors in Glasgow, has been awarded Honorary Membership of the NAFD (National Association…
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Apr- 2016 -12 AprilCurrent Affairs
Nottinghamshire funeral director is elected president
A Nottinghamshire funeral director is following in her father’s footsteps after she was elected president of the local branch of…
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