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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Feb- 2025 -6 FebruaryEconomy
BoE cuts interest rates to 4.5%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to cut interest rates from 4.75% to 4.5%, the lowest level since June…
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3 FebruaryBusiness
Leverton and Sons wins gold Greener Globe Funeral Standard award
Leverton and Sons has attained a gold award from the Greener Globe Funeral Standard scheme for its efforts in making…
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Jan- 2025 -17 JanuaryFuneral Plans
Lea Fields Crem achieves bronze funeral standard award
Lea Fields Crematorium has received a bronze award from the Greener Globe Funeral Standard, as the facility has taken steps…
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9 JanuaryPeople
Over half of UK workforce unaware of bereavement leave policies
Some 55% of UK employees know little or nothing about their employer’s bereavement leave policy, according to a recent Ipsos…
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Dec- 2024 -19 DecemberEconomy
BoE holds interest rates at 4.75%
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates at 4.75%, following a recent hike in both inflation…
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10 DecemberFuneral Plans
Worcester Council submits report for £6.96m Astwood Crem refurb
Worcester City Council has outlined plans for the refurbishment of Astwood Crematorium, which is expected to cost £6.96m and start…
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Oct- 2024 -14 OctoberTrade Organisations
IFSO inspection team returns to NAFD
The four Independent Funeral Standards Organisation (IFSO) inspectors have officially returned to the National Association of Funeral Directors’ (NAFD) employment…
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Sep- 2024 -19 SeptemberLatest News
BoE holds interest rates at 5%
The Bank of England (BoE) has decided to hold interest rates at 5% this month, having lowered them for the…
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Aug- 2024 -1 AugustLatest News
BoE cuts interest rates for first time in 4 years
The Bank of England (BoE) has cut interest rates for the first time in four years, with the rate falling…
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Jul- 2024 -19 JulyBusiness
FBCA awards top marks to Stirlingshire Crematorium
Stirlingshire Crematorium has announced that a second inspection by the Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (FBCA) resulted in top…
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