Regulation
Regulation is a defining element of professional practice in the UK funeral sector, governing areas such as pricing transparency, cremation and burial procedures, environmental standards, consumer protection, and industry conduct. Funeral Service Times offers comprehensive coverage of regulatory developments affecting funeral directors, crematoria, cemeteries, pre-paid plan providers, and other service professionals. Content includes analysis of new rules, enforcement updates, compliance obligations, and the evolving roles of regulators—supporting professionals in staying informed, accountable, and aligned with best practice.
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Dec- 2022 -22 DecemberBusiness
The funeral market: state of play in 2022
“The important role of the funeral director in society is something that really goes under the radar. Death isn’t something…
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22 DecemberBusiness
The future of Dignity
What is your history in the industry? My first job in the sector was as an administration assistant at Dudley…
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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…
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Aug- 2022 -3 AugustPeople
NAFD welcomes appointment of Natalie McKail as IFSO chair
Natalie McKail, the former Inspector of Funeral Directors in Scotland, has been appointed to succeed the Rt. Hon. David Heath…
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Jul- 2022 -29 JulyFuneral Plans
FCA begins regulation of pre-paid funeral plans
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has officially begun its regulation of the pre-paid funeral plan market today (29 July) and…
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20 JulyFeatures
What we’ve learned so far on the road to regulation
As the 29 July approaches, the funeral planning sector prepares to turn a corner. While funerals are an innate part…
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Jun- 2022 -22 JuneFuneral Plans
Golden Leaves set to achieve FCA regulation amid ‘Minded to Approve’ status
Funeral plan provider, Golden Leaves, is on track to become regulated by the FCA after securing ‘Minded to Approve’ status.…
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21 JuneBusiness
Pure Cremation reaches final stage of FCA approval process
Pure Cremation, a provider of funeral plans in the UK, received confirmation that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is ‘minded…
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17 JuneBusiness
Dignity receives ‘intent to authorise’ status from FCA
Dignity has announced that the FCA has confirmed that it is “intending to authorise” Dignity Funerals Limited as a regulated…
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May- 2022 -20 MayBusiness
Dignity appoints new CEO
Dignity plc, the UK provider of funeral and end of life services, has appointed Kate Davidson as its new chief…
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