Policy
Policy developments shape the legal, operational, and ethical landscape of the UK funeral profession, influencing everything from pricing transparency and environmental standards to licensing and bereavement care. Funeral Service Times provides expert coverage of policy issues affecting funeral directors, crematoria, cemeteries, and related service providers, including government consultations, sector regulation, guidance from professional bodies, and public health directives. Reporting supports professionals in understanding, anticipating, and responding to changes in policy that impact the delivery of funeral services across the UK.
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Oct- 2025 -3 OctoberFuneral Plans
Four in 10 want ashes scattered overseas, survey finds
Four in 10 people in Britain would like their ashes scattered abroad, but most have made little financial preparation to…
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1 OctoberCharity Special 2025
Cancer Research: Let their legacy be a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
Set up a Cancer Research UK Tribute Page Create a personalised tribute page and join with friends and family to…
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Sep- 2025 -18 SeptemberEconomy
BoE holds interest rates at 4%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates steady at 4% amid concerns around the recent rise…
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10 SeptemberFuneral Plans
Assisted dying bill prompts more open talk about funeral planning
Public debate around the assisted dying bill has encouraged about 21 million adults – 39% of the population – to…
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4 SeptemberCharity
Bramcote Crematorium donates £12,500 to local charities
Broxtowe Borough Council has revealed that Bramcote Crematorium has donated £12,500 to two local charities through a recycling scheme that…
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Aug- 2025 -7 AugustEconomy
BoE cuts interest rates to 4%
The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates to 4%, down from the previous rate of 4.25%, marking the…
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Jul- 2025 -24 JulyCommunity
A.W. Lymn calls for reform on ‘red tape’ faced by Roma families
East Midlands funeral provider A.W. Lymn has called for greater institutional support for Roma and Traveller communities, citing difficulties families…
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May- 2025 -8 MayLatest News
BoE cuts interest rates to 4.25%
The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates to 4.25%, down from the previous rate of 4.5%, marking the…
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Apr- 2025 -25 AprilCommunity
University of Bristol debuts The Grief Centre
The Centre for Grief Research and Community Engagement at the University of Bristol was officially launched yesterday (24 April) with…
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Mar- 2025 -20 MarchEconomy
BoE holds interest rates at 4.5%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates at 4.5%, having cut the rate last month to…
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