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The National Association of Funeral Directors represents more than 4,100 UK funeral homes. Press enquiries: 0121 711 1343/[email protected].

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Did you know we have a Threads account? We are going to be a lot more active on here this year, providing updates on funeral related news and other activities happening within our organisation. You can follow here - tinyurl.com/threadsnafd

Did you know we have a Threads account? 

We are going to be a lot more active on here this year, providing updates on funeral related news and other activities happening within our organisation.

You can follow here - tinyurl.com/threadsnafd
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Over 300,000 sets of unclaimed ashes, including one from 1868, are left in the care of funeral homes. With Victorian-era laws still in place, the NAFD is calling for clearer, updated guidelines. Darryl Smith discusses the issue with the BBC. Link: tinyurl.com/ashes-bbc

Over 300,000 sets of unclaimed ashes, including one from 1868, are left in the care of funeral homes. With Victorian-era laws still in place, the NAFD is calling for clearer, updated guidelines. Darryl Smith discusses the issue with the BBC.

Link: tinyurl.com/ashes-bbc
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This evening at 6:30pm, our own Acting President, Darryl Smith, will be appearing on BBC Midlands Today. Advocating for clearer, modernised guidelines, Darryl will address the growing issue of unclaimed ashes in funeral homes.

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NAFD Members: Our EGM is now in-person! 🗓️ Fri 14 March 2025 📍 Coventry ⏰ 11am. Join us to discuss the new financial model. In-person voting only; livestream available, no online voting. Can’t attend? Appoint a proxy. Venue details soon!

NAFD Members: Our EGM is now in-person! 

🗓️ Fri 14 March 2025 📍 Coventry ⏰ 11am. 

Join us to discuss the new financial model. In-person voting only; livestream available, no online voting. 

Can’t attend? Appoint a proxy. 

Venue details soon!
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Join Durham University's 'Closure' Conference 9-10 April 2025 Explore 'closure' in death, grief and more With expert speakers, the conference covers bereavement, assisted dying, and more Don’t miss Dr. Kathryn Mannix’s lecture on April 9th Book now tinyurl.com/book-now-link

Join Durham University's 'Closure' Conference 9-10 April 2025

Explore 'closure' in death, grief and more

With expert speakers, the conference covers bereavement, assisted dying, and more

Don’t miss Dr. Kathryn Mannix’s lecture on April 9th

Book now

tinyurl.com/book-now-link
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The member's EGM is on Friday, 14th March. Acting President Darryl Smith outlines key topics for discussion. Members check your email inbox for a detailed breakdown of what will be covered at the meeting

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14th March - GET READY! Our EGM is available to members, in-person and online. Voting is in-person ONLY. Nominate a proxy if you can’t attend - let us know by 5pm today ⏰ Check your mailbox to register If you have any questions, you can submit these to: [email protected]

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At this year’s EGM, we want every member’s voice heard. Whether attending in-person or not, submit any questions you want addressed. This is your chance to shape the conversation. Make your voice part of the discussion. Click here to submit questions - tinyurl.com/EGM-form

At this year’s EGM, we want every member’s voice heard.

Whether attending in-person or not, submit any questions you want addressed. 

This is your chance to shape the conversation. Make your voice part of the discussion.

Click here to submit questions - tinyurl.com/EGM-form
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The NAFD offers sector-leading training in the funeral profession, whether you're starting a new career or looking to expand your knowledge. Learn more below tinyurl.com/educationNAFD

The NAFD offers sector-leading training in the funeral profession, whether you're starting a new career or looking to expand your knowledge. 

Learn more below

tinyurl.com/educationNAFD
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Get involved in April’s FDM magazine Feature on Funeral Vehicles! Contribute to an editorial covering buying, maintenance, and operations for hearses, limousines, electric fleets, horse-drawn, and unique vehicles. NAFD members contribute for FREE. Contact: [email protected]

Get involved in April’s FDM magazine Feature on Funeral Vehicles! 

Contribute to an editorial covering buying, maintenance, and operations for hearses, limousines, electric fleets, horse-drawn, and unique vehicles. 

NAFD members contribute for FREE. 

Contact: sales@nafd.org.uk
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Today, Jeremy Field OBE, past President of the NAFD, will represent Funeral Directors at the Covid-19 Inquiry. Highlighting key issues like lack of recognition, PPE shortages, slow guidance, and much more. Stay tuned for updates. #FuneralDirectors #CovidInquiry

Today, Jeremy Field OBE, past President of the NAFD, will represent Funeral Directors at the Covid-19 Inquiry. 

Highlighting key issues like lack of recognition, PPE shortages, slow guidance, and much more. 

Stay tuned for updates. #FuneralDirectors #CovidInquiry
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NAFD membership connects you with a powerful network of funeral professionals. As the UK’s largest representative body, members get access to exclusive events, industry insights, and invaluable relationships - helping you grow, learn, and uphold the highest standards

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NAFD Engages with CMA on SPL Amendment – No Changes Required Yet! NAFD has met with the CMA review team to discuss removing the reference to Doctors' fees for England & Wales from the Standardised Price List (SPL). Until further notice, keep the SPL as it is!

NAFD Engages with CMA on SPL Amendment – No Changes Required Yet! 

NAFD has met with the CMA review team to discuss removing the reference to Doctors' fees for England & Wales from the Standardised Price List (SPL). Until further notice, keep the SPL as it is!
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Get involved in May's FDM magazine Feature on Mortuaries! Contribute to an editorial covering mortuary equipment/products, specialist training, repatriation and other essential services. NAFD members contribute for FREE. Contact: [email protected] - DEADLINE 15th April

Get involved in May's FDM magazine Feature on Mortuaries!

Contribute to an editorial covering mortuary equipment/products, specialist training, repatriation and other essential services.

NAFD members contribute for FREE. 

Contact: editor@nafd.org.uk  - DEADLINE 15th April
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Did you know? NAFD membership delivers real value with exclusive financial savings on professional indemnity insurance, legal, business + financial advice, and independent redress services. Supporting your firm’s success while protecting what matters.

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We're hiring! Join the NAFD as a Standards & Quality Inspector Field-based in South East England & London, you'll support members, uphold standards, and represent professionalism across the UK. Apply now: tinyurl.com/SQM-apply

We're hiring! Join the NAFD as a Standards & Quality Inspector
 
Field-based in South East England & London, you'll support members, uphold standards, and represent professionalism across the UK. 
 
Apply now: tinyurl.com/SQM-apply
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Scrolling? Stop for a second. April is Stress Awareness Month - reflect on how you handled stress recently and take action. Use this moment to pick up quick tips that could change your work life for the better.

Scrolling? Stop for a second. April is Stress Awareness Month - reflect on how you handled stress recently and take action. 

Use this moment to pick up quick tips that could change your work life for the better.
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Get involved in FDM’s June feature: Cremated Remains – Storage & Memorialisation. Showcase your urns, memorials & storage solutions. NAFD members contribute FREE! Contact Su at [email protected]. Deadline: 15 May.

Get involved in FDM’s June feature: Cremated Remains – Storage & Memorialisation. 
Showcase your urns, memorials & storage solutions. 

NAFD members contribute FREE! Contact Su at editor@nafd.org.uk. Deadline: 15 May.
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Did your business mark VE Day this year, through a tribute, a team moment or a quiet pause? We’d love to hear about it! Send us a couple of photos and paragraphs outlining your day to [email protected] by 15th May and we will try to feature your event #MemberSpotlight

Did your business mark VE Day this year, through a tribute, a team moment or a quiet pause? We’d love to hear about it! 

Send us a couple of photos and paragraphs outlining your day to editor@nafd.org.uk by 15th May and we will try to feature your event #MemberSpotlight
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We're hiring! Join the NAFD as a Standards & Quality Inspector Field-based in South East England & London, you'll support members, uphold standards, and represent professionalism across the UK. Apply now: tinyurl.com/SQM-apply

We're hiring! Join the NAFD as a Standards & Quality Inspector
 
Field-based in South East England & London, you'll support members, uphold standards, and represent professionalism across the UK. 
 
Apply now: tinyurl.com/SQM-apply