Different journeys for three new managers at Westerleigh crematoria
Westerleigh Group has appointed new managers at three of its 40 crematoria and cemeteries across England, Scotland and Wales – and each has a very different story to tell.
Westerleigh Group has appointed new managers at three of its 40 crematoria and cemeteries across England, Scotland and Wales – and each has a very different story to tell.
Trade association for independent funeral directors SAIF is deeply distressed about reports of arrests at a funeral directors in Hull following a police investigation. A spokesperson said: “We understand that…
Trade association SAIF has said it is not surprised to hear that the implementation of the already-delayed statutory Medical Examiner system for England and Wales will not happen during the…
Well respected grief counsellor and author Dr Bill Webster was awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) “for services to the bereaved in the UK and in Canada” in the 2024 New Year’s Honours List.
A funeral took place on the Isle of Jersey for a beloved parish peacock called Henry Percy who died in a hit-and-run during the Christmas break, reports the Jersey Evening Post.
There is exciting news from Yarwood Memorial Products – the launch of their highly-anticipated Glass Cuddle Stones!
The Chairman and fourth generation of award-winning Nottinghamshire-based funeral directors, A W Lymn The Family Funeral Service, is marking 50 years as a qualified funeral director and embalmer.
Whilst many loved ones make their funeral wishes clear in advance, in a Will, or in a separate letter of wishes, in some cases there may be ambiguities, such as who has the right to possession of the deceased’s body.
The Law Commission has announced details of its review of the law governing how we deal with the bodies of loved ones when they die.
During what is an immensely difficult time when dealing with the loss of a loved one, MetLife’s The Last Word report reveals that upsettingly, one in four (23%) bereaved adults grieve alone and don’t turn to anyone for comfort and support.