Funeral

Funeral group’s new website responds to changes in demand

A Dorset-based funeral group has introduced a new website, www.urnsandkeepsakes.co.uk, for products that hold ashes. Inspired by changing trends in…

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Tamworth funeral director invests £400,000 in new fleet

Tamworth Co-operative Society’s funeral division has added three British made Jaguars to its fleet. The high-performance cars represent a £400,000…

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New memory café stocks up on crockery thanks to funeral firm

A new community café designed to bring dementia patients and their carers together is ready to open its doors after…

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The funeral ‘Oscars’ return for 2017

The Good Funeral Awards have returned for 2017. Now back for the sixth year, the ceremony recognises ‘outstanding service to…

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Family run funeral firm opens new Coventry premises

A family-run funeral directors, Devall and Son, has expanded into Coventry. The company has provided support for families in Nuneaton…

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Funeralbooker reveals UK cremation and burial fees hike

Price hikes have led to a rise in cremation and burial fees, according to new research from Funeralbooker, the independent…

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Mississippi funeral home sued for ‘refusing gay man’

A Mississippi mortuary is being sued for allegedly refusing to transport or cremate a man because of his sexuality. The…

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First ever Inspector of Funeral Directors announced

The Scottish Government has appointed Scotland’s first ever Inspector of Funeral Directors. Natalie McKail, who will take up post in…

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In the spotlight: Graham Williams, chairman of Funeral Planning Services Ltd.

After 29 years in the funeral planning industry, Graham Williams, chairman of Funeral Planning Services Limited, has decided to retire.…

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Guard of Honour formed for PC funeral

PC Keith Palmer was greeted by a Guard of Honour at his Full Force funeral, after being fatally attacked outside Westminster.…

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