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Jun- 2018 -1 JuneCurrent Affairs
Controversial burglar funeral cost £45,000 to police
The funeral of a burglar who was stabbed to death while he committed the crime cost the taxpayer £45,000 to…
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1 JuneCurrent Affairs
Government launches two investigations into funeral sector
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) and the Treasury have separately announced that they will be investigating the funeral sector,…
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May- 2018 -31 MayCurrent Affairs
Scotland abolishes child burial fees
Scotland is set to follow in England and Wales’ footsteps with the eradication of child burial and cremation fees. The…
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31 MayPeople
Funeral director appointed as new chair of Felixstowe Dementia Action Alliance
A new chairman has been appointed at the Felixstowe Dementia Action Alliance (FDAA) ahead of the association’s third anniversary. Funeral…
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18 MayFuneral Plans
Over 50s most want their children or Stephen Fry to read their eulogy
In a recent survey of over 50s, commissioned by funeral plan provider Ecclesiastical Planning Services, found that more respondents would…
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18 MayCurrent Affairs
Chief Coroner issues new guidance after Hassell’s High Court defeat
Following coroner Mary Hassell’s defeat in the High Court, the Chief Coroner of England and Wales, Judge Mark Lucraft QC…
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16 MayUncategorized
Mystery surrounds ownership of 57,227 UK companies
Around 57,227 British companies are still not complying with new measures brought in to counter fraud and money laundering, according…
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16 MayEvents
Funeral Partners businesses gear up for Tour de Yorkshire
Two Funeral Partners’ funeral homes were among businesses who showed their support for cyclists who took part in the Tour…
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15 MayTrade Organisations
AOIC raises need to ‘clamp down’ on ‘lone wolf’ celebrants
The need to clamp down on ‘lone wolf’ celebrants who do not attach themselves to a professional organisation, was highlighted…
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15 MayCurrent Affairs
Private UK cemetery operator welcomes government decision on child graves
Privately owned cemetery operator GreenAcres Group has announced that all six of its cemetery and ceremonial parks will extend its…
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