I attended Western Counties Area meeting last night, hosted by Westerleigh at their Sedgemoor Crematorium with guest speaker Obitus. I’m always humbled by the warm reception I’ve received everywhere I go, it’s great to see people in the context of where they live and work.

Our new Ventures Support Manager will provide support across four key areas of the NAFD: events, education, standards and complaints. It’s a key role in a fantastic team - could it be the one for you? Click here for details: nafd.org.uk/recruitment-an… #careers #funerals

Good luck to England in tonight’s UEFA EURO 2024 final. Thank you to all those in the funeral profession who are on call this evening and working to support families whenever they need help. #service

Just a few days left to apply to join the NAFD as the new Ventures Support Manager. Getting involved with four key areas of the NAFD: events, education, standards and complaints, It’s a key role in a fantastic team - could it be the one for you? nafd.org.uk/recruitment-an… #careers

If you've crossed the stage and tossed your cap, congratulations! You are now a part of a distinguished group of individuals who have studied and achieved their DipFD. Did you know that you are now able to join our #nafdalumni group? 🔗 nafdeducation.org.uk/cpd/nafd-alumn…

Did you know we have different membership options? We welcome membership from UK funeral firms, suppliers to the funeral sector and those within the sector working overseas. Interested in joining? You can read more on our website, linked below. 🔗 nafd.org.uk

Thinking about choosing a direct cremation? Talk to a #funeral director, as well as those closest to you, before you put plans in place. FDs can answer your questions & help make sure your loved ones can still say goodbye. Find your local NAFD member here: funeral-directory.co.uk

The NAFD Bournemouth & District Association of Funeral Directors meet this Wednesday evening, with a talk from bcpbereavementcare.co.uk as part of the meeting which will be hosted by B&DAFD President Nick Douch. Local members have been sent RSVP reminder details by email.

We continue to highlight awareness of livestream #funeral scams. Grateful for the support of BBC Breakfast in covering the story today, together with our advice - and to EddFrost & Daughters for helping us provide case studies.

The NAFD would like to welcome the appointment of Alex Davies-Jones MP, the newly appointed minister for Coroners and death management in MoJ Web Team. We look forward to working with Alex to identify solutions to the ongoing delays in death management affecting #bereaved people.

Seen a social media link to a #funeral service livestream? As seen on BBC Breakfast please check first before clicking. You shouldn't have to pay to view a funeral live stream & official links will be provided via the funeral director to the #bereaved family.

September's FDM includes the key points for the launch of the new statutory medical examiner service on 9 September as well as features on the latest memorialisation options, NAFD Gold Partners, legal and probate services and the ancient funeral rituals of Peru's Wari tribe.

Reminder! Today at 5pm we are running a webinar for members covering the key points for next Monday’s go-live of the statutory Medical Examiner system in England and Wales - members, if you haven’t already signed up - check your emails for the details.

Welcome to NAFD Education! Our social media channels are here to directly support your professional development within the funeral sector. Expect to see the latest NAFD UK courses, CPD opportunities and much more! Use the hashtag #learningwithoutlimits to stay in touch with us

Funeral directors, are you ready for Monday?

From today, all deaths not referred to the coroner in England/Wales are subject to medical examiner scrutiny. NAFD members have been emailed info & our team is ready to help. nafd.org.uk/2024/09/09/dea…

How important is it to keep your skills and knowledge up to date? Our CEO, Andrew Judd shared his thoughts on why CPD is so important to individuals, businesses and the bereaved. #learningwithoutlimits

Members based or operating in Scotland, don’t forget to join us next Wednesday. Register via the link we have sent you. Can’t find email? Contact [email protected].

Yesterday, Richard Foord MP highlighted the issue of #funeral delays affecting #bereaved families using our #PickingUpThePieces report which highlighted the systemic issues in the death management process. questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questi…

Following concerns some applicants may have difficulties completing Crem Form 1 @Justice.gov says FDs can complete it providing certain conditions are met. nafd.org.uk/2024/09/13/dea…