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Oct- 2012 -4 October
UK economy ‘returns to growth’
According to a British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) survey, the UK economy returned to growth in the third quarter. Based…
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3 October
Consultation begins on natural burial charter
Customer care standards at natural burial grounds could soon rise as the result of an industry-wide consultation regarding a proposed…
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2 October
MAB announces winner of Dead Art? 2012
FST cemetery series contributor Jeane Trend-Hill has been chosen as the winner of the Memorial Awareness Board’s (MAB) annual photography…
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1 October
Memorial unveiled to commemorate 70th anniversary of Eagle Squadrons
More than 300 people attended a recent celebration event to mark the 70th anniversary of the Eagle Squadrons. Made up…
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Sep- 2012 -28 September
Natural Legacy woollen coffins benefit from collaboration
Sales of Natural Legacy woollen coffins have risen dramatically following the Co-operative Funeralcare’s decision to offer them as part of…
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27 September
Angus funeral staff gain qualifications
Funeral staff from The Fairways Partnership funeral homes in Angus have achieved professional qualifications. Collette Campbell of Alexander Bain Funeral…
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26 September
A D Murfitt hosts Summer Fair open day
Independent funeral director A D Murfitt recently held an open day as part of its town’s Summer Fair. The fifth…
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25 September
Stockton funeral home open day a success
A horse-drawn hearse, Buddhist-style hearse and motorcycle hearse were on display outside a Stockton funeral home as part of an…
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24 September
International delegation of FDs visits James Brown & Sons
James Brown & Sons recently hosted the World Organisation of Funeral Operatives on its first visit to Northern Ireland. General…
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21 September
Brass band gets brand
The Co-operative Funeralcare has signed a three-year sponsorship agreement with a renowned Crewe-based brass band, which is this year celebrating…
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