American Caskets’ popularity leads to new embroidered innovation from Colourful Coffins
Loved – In Stitches is the latest innovation from Colourful Coffins.
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15 May 2024
Bristol Memorial Woodland Trust welcomes new trustee
Distinguished local law professional Dr Paul Hutchinson has joined the board of trustees at Bristol Memorial Woodland Trust.
15 May 2024
Opinion – Futurewatch: will our sector be reactive or proactive?
The need to honour and mourn those we care about when they die remains as strong as ever. What is open to question is how we might choose to do this over the next 25 years or so.
16 April 2024
Official code of practice for funeral directors approved by Scottish Parliament
The first major step in the regulation of the funeral profession in Scotland has been taken with the approval of a statutory code of practice.
16 April 2024
That’s the way to do it: the Punch & Judy funeral
When Rachael Lee approached West Midlands-based Jennifer Ashe & Son to arrange the funeral of her late mother, Carol Lee, she had a rather unconventional request – a Punch and Judy Puppet Show ...
16 April 2024
Funeral singer brings heart and dignity
Sarah Louise Briggs is a classically trained singer (mezzo soprano) and works hand-in-hand with funeral directors across the North of England adding a special musical, personal touch.
16 April 2024
Woodturner Matt’s urns are inspired by his rugby loving dad
After losing his rugby loving Dad to cancer in 2021, Matt Underwood’s mum suggested making a wooden rugby ball urn, a challenging task very different to his usual woodturning work.
16 April 2024
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.
16 April 2024
Legacy Independent Funeral Directors: SAIF issues statement
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…
14 March 2024
Launch of Medical Examiner system for England and Wales delayed again
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…
14 March 2024