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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	Nov- 2022 -21 NovemberFeatures  Has planning ever been more important?Picture a future where cremation is the norm. Where limousines, coffins and burials are the exception to the rule. Emerging… Read More »
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	Sep- 2022 -22 SeptemberCharity  Charitable funeral donations see ‘strong’ post-pandemic growthOnline tribute and charitable donation services have seen “strong” post-pandemic growth, according to the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD).… Read More »
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	14 SeptemberCurrent Affairs  Funerals to go ahead as planned on Monday 19 September, NAFD saysMany funerals will go ahead as planned on Monday 19 September, despite speculation that funerals will be cancelled due to… Read More »
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	Aug- 2022 -18 AugustTrade Organisations  Neville Funerals introduces new standards for its frontline staffNeville Funerals, an independent family company in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, has introduced new professional standards for its driver bearer… Read More »
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	3 AugustPeople  NAFD welcomes appointment of Natalie McKail as IFSO chairNatalie McKail, the former Inspector of Funeral Directors in Scotland, has been appointed to succeed the Rt. Hon. David Heath… Read More »
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	Jul- 2022 -1 JulyCommunity  NAFD secures Investors in People accreditationThe National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has been awarded the ‘We invest in people standard’ accreditation from Investors in… Read More »
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	Apr- 2022 -19 AprilEvents  Bereavement expert Dr Bill Webster joins NAFD Conference line-upBereavement expert Dr Bill Webster has joined the NAFD Annual General Meeting and Conference line-up, with the event set to… Read More »
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	14 AprilLatest News  NAFD earns title promotion for newly accredited funeral directing programmeThe NAFD has secured confirmation that the qualification formerly known as the diploma in funeral directing should bear a higher… Read More »
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	14 AprilPeople  NAFD Yorkshire presidential chain stays within Funeral PartnersThe outgoing president of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) Yorkshire Area Federation has been succeeded by a fellow… Read More »
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	Mar- 2022 -24 MarchEvents  NAFD Summer School returns to Durham UniversityThe NAFD will host its second, exclusive three-day residential Summer School at St Chad’s College, Durham University this summer, with… Read More »
 
                     
                                        







