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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Feb- 2024 -26 FebruaryPeople
Westerleigh Group appoints new managers at three crematoria
Westerleigh Group has appointed new managers at three of its 40 crematoria and cemeteries across England, Scotland and Wales. Claire…
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Jan- 2024 -25 JanuaryCurrent Affairs
2023 deaths rise for first time since Covid, Final Duties finds
The number of annual deaths in England and Wales rose for the first time since the pandemic in 2023, according…
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8 JanuaryFuneral Plans
Developer submits plans for new £6m crematorium in Castleton
Developer Richard Evans has submitted plans to Newport City Council to deliver a new £6m crematorium in Castleton Park. The…
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Dec- 2023 -13 DecemberCharity
Westerleigh Group gifts £25k to Child Bereavement UK
Westerleigh Group has gifted £25k to Child Bereavement UK towards its vital work helping families to rebuild their lives when…
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5 DecemberFuneral Plans
Coychurch Crematorium completes flower court in £1.2m refurb
Coychurch Crematorium has officially completed its £1.2m project to build a new flower court, which will help congregations to exit…
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Nov- 2023 -8 NovemberCharity
Coles Funeral Directors to sponsor Llandaff Xmas lights switch-on
Coles Funeral Directors has announced that it will be sponsoring Calon Hearts’ Christmas lights switch-on in Llandaff Village on Sunday…
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1 NovemberBusiness
Funeral Partners acquires its first business in Wales
Funeral Partners has announced the acquisition of Arthur Cambrey Funeral Directors in Llanelli, Wales, which marks the first Welsh business…
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1 NovemberBusiness
Westerleigh Group to open new Kent crematorium
Westerleigh Group has announced that it is set to open a brand-new Crematorium which will serve the communities in and…
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Oct- 2023 -27 OctoberCommunity
Gwent Crematorium eyes solar panels installation
Gwent Crematorium outside Cwmbran, South Wales, could possibly benefit from the installation of solar panels to help the facility keep…
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6 OctoberCommunity
Great Glen to host Baby Loss Awareness service on Monday
Great Glen Crematorium will be hosting a special memorial service on Monday 9 October to bring people together to remember,…
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