Wales
Wales has a distinct funeral sector shaped by devolved governance, cultural traditions, and regional service needs. From public health policy to burial and cremation regulation, the Welsh government plays a direct role in shaping funeral operations across the country. Funeral Service Times provides dedicated coverage of developments affecting funeral directors, crematoria, cemeteries, and bereavement services in Wales, including legislation, local authority initiatives, operational challenges, and sector news. Content is tailored to support professionals working across Wales with informed, context-specific insight.
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Sep- 2024 -4 SeptemberEvents
Howe Bridge Crem to host anniversary service this September
Westerleigh Group has organised a special anniversary service for Howe Bridge Crematorium on Saturday 28 September from 11am to celebrate…
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Aug- 2024 -20 AugustFuneral Plans
Plymouth City Council officially opens The Park
Plymouth City Council has officially opened The Park, a new crematorium off Haye Road in Plympton, this month. The Park,…
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8 AugustLatest News
Ageing population boosts growth of funeral directors over past decade
The funeral industry in the UK has seen a 28% jump in the number of funeral directors over the past…
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Jul- 2024 -10 JulyFuneral Plans
Sedgemoor Crematorium to offer twilight services
Sedgemoor Crematorium is expanding the funeral options it offers to local families by introducing new twilight services. The bereaved can…
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Jun- 2024 -24 JuneFuneral Plans
Westerleigh to submit plans for new Stroud crematorium
Westerleigh Group intends to submit a planning application to Stroud District Council in the coming weeks for a new crematorium…
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12 JunePeople
West Berkshire Crematorium welcomes new manager
West Berkshire Crematorium has appointed Loraine Beckinsale as its new manager. Beckinsale brings a “wealth” of funeral sector experience to…
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May- 2024 -23 MayCharity
Wessex Vale Crematorium quiz night raises £900 for Dementia UK
The team at Wessex Vale Crematorium has raised £900 for Dementia UK by hosting a quiz night. The quiz evening…
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16 MayFuneral Plans
New Forest Crematorium launches evening funeral services
Westerleigh Group’s New Forest Crematorium in Hampshire has announced the inclusion of evening funeral services. This follows the success of…
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7 MayEvents
Aberystwyth Crematorium to host 30th anniversary open day
Aberystwyth Cemetery and Crematorium has issued an open invitation to those living in the surrounding communities to visit and help…
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Apr- 2024 -16 AprilCurrent Affairs
Statutory Medical Examiner System to be enforced on 9 September
The parliamentary under secretary of state in the department for health and social care, Maria Caufield, has this week confirmed…
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