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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Apr- 2021 -23 AprilCurrent Affairs
Funeral directors call for end to Covid funeral curbs
Funeral directors in the UK are currently expecting an extra 80,000 creations and burials to fall under existing Covid-19 funeral…
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7 AprilCurrent Affairs
Gov praises ‘unsung heroes’ in funeral industry following CMA report
The UK government has praised the funeral industry’s “unsung heroes” following the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)’s investigation into the…
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Mar- 2021 -12 MarchTrade Organisations
National Funeral Exhibition 2021 postponed
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has confirmed that the National Funeral Exhibition (NFE) for 2021 will be postponed…
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Jan- 2021 -29 JanuaryCoronavirus
NAFD pays tribute to 100,000 lost to Covid
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has marked the loss of over 100,000 people who have died within 28…
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22 JanuaryBusiness
NAFD warns NI funeral directors over covid-19 guideline breaches
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has urged funeral directors in Northern Ireland to not publish dates or times…
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8 JanuaryBusiness
A.W. Lymn celebrates staff qualifications
Nottinghamshire-based independent funeral directors A.W Lymn has revealed a further two of its staff have passed examinations with the National…
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Dec- 2020 -15 DecemberLatest News
A.W. Lymn calls for outdoor funeral services restrictions review
The chairman of funeral directors A.W. Lymn in Nottinghamshire has called for an urgent review of the rule that only…
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7 DecemberBusiness
Funeral partners adds Turners Funeral Service to its portfolio
Funeral Partners has announced it has added Turners Funeral Service to its portfolio, bringing funeral homes in Doncaster and Rotherham.…
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Oct- 2020 -28 OctoberCoronavirus
NAFD cancels 2021 National Funeral Exhibition
The National Association of Funeral Directors has announced it is cancelling its 2021 National Funeral Exhibition (NFE) in Stoneleigh Park…
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Aug- 2020 -4 AugustTrade Organisations
NAFD launches new education framework
The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) has launched a new framework for its range of qualifications and training courses,…
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