Regulation

FPA criticises ‘burden’ of new funeral planning regulation

The Funeral Planning Authority (FPA) has reacted to new legislation by the government which will begin the process of moving…

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Golden Charter welcomes FCA regulation

Golden Charter has welcomed the passing of legislation which now empowers the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to regulate the funeral…

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Inspectors appointed to oversee Scottish funeral trade

The Scottish Government has appointed two new inspectors to oversee burial, cremation and funeral directors. Robert Swanson QPM has been…

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Pure Cremation welcomes stricter prepaid regulation

Pure Cremation, the direct cremation provider, has welcomed the news that pre-paid funeral sellers will be subject to tighter scrutiny…

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IFD College reveal plans for course expansion

The Independent Funeral Directors College (IFD), has revealed plans to enhance its course offering next year.  According to the school,…

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Gov appoints FCA to regulate pre-paid funeral plans by 2022

The Government has appointed the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to regulate the pre-paid funeral industry from the middle of 2022.…

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AOIC ‘angered’ by updated Covid advice

Members of the Association of Independent Celebrants (AOIC) have been left “angry and confused” after it said updated government guidance…

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Golden Leaves shortlisted for 2020 ‘Business of the Year’ award

Independent funeral plan provider, Golden Leaves, has been shortlisted for ‘Business of the Year’ at the SME National Business of…

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Funeral prices rise amid discussions on quality

In recent months, the funeral industry has been swarmed with a significant load of concerns from families of the dearly…

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Businesses must remain Covid-19 secure, warns HSE

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned businesses that they must ensure they are Covid-secure as lockdown measures ease…

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