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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. Bringing to the board a wealth of legal expertise, Paul grew up locally and in…
Opinion – Futurewatch: will our sector be reactive or proactive?
Ecoffins customer services manager Julian Ferguson shares the company’s thoughts on how the funeral sector could evolve over the next 25 years The need to honour and mourn those we care about when…
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. The Scottish Government’s Funeral Director Code of Practice…
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…
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. Her work takes her from…
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. The ball received…
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. Claire Montague is the…
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 many members of…
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 first half…
