Leading funeral plan provider, Golden Charter, has announced a change to its leadership with the appointment of Charles Norman as its new Chief Executive Officer. Charlie joins as CEO designate on 1…
Author: Ruth Nicholas
Funeral customs: Hawaii
There are many stunning places throughout the world, with outstanding landscapes and temperate weather. One such place is Hawaii, with its weather and topography both having a major influence on the way in…
Truro: Dawn French reprises Vicar of Dibley role for friend’s ‘living funeral’
Dawn French has reprised her Vicar of Dibley role as Geraldine Granger to lead the ceremony at her close friend Kris Hallenga’s “living funeral”, reports express.co.uk Dawn French, 65, got back into her…
Essex law firm wins landmark case on delayed will dispute
Essex law firm, Birkett Long, acted for one of the successful defendants in the James v Scudamore case, which has become a guiding case when it comes to contesting a will. One…
‘A touching gift for anyone who has lost a special someone’
Gabriella Mitchell tells the story behind her new business Scattered Blooms With great care, the ashes of a loved one are combined with native wildflower seeds and other necessary ingredients, sensitively creating bespoke…
Hertfordshire: Justin Burgess wins civic award for community and charity work
It was a proud day for Hertfordshire-based independent family funeral directors J J Burgess and Sons recently, when sixth generation proprietor Justin Burgess received a Civic Award from Welwyn and Hatfield Council. The…
Funeral plan regulation brings customer confidence – but FCA has more to do
FCA regulation of the funeral plan market has enhanced a financial product that already met the customer need better than any other. FSJ asked Simon Cox – founder of independent research and…
North Lincolnshire funeral director wins prestigious award at BizX2023
North Lincolnshire-based funeral firectors Nichola and Jason Threadgold of Jason Threadgold Funeral Director picked up the prestigious Best Customer Service for the United Kingdom award at this year’s BizX awards held at…
Manchester: Dying to Talk course supports families facing bereavement
A new course offering support to those facing the death of a loved one has been set up in Greater Manchester. The course Dying to Talk has been facilitated by Revd Anne Gilbert…
Edinburgh: William Purves celebrates 135 years – and more than 10,000 funerals
The independent family-run funeral director, William Purves, marked its 135th anniversary in April. Established in 1888 by a craftsman and cabinetmaker turned undertaker from the Borders, William Purves is today the largest independent…
