Thank you Carolyn Harris & Jacob Rees-Mogg - our Funeralcare colleagues do a difficult job at the best of times but right now it would be hard to over state the importance of the work they’re doing on all our behalf. I trust UK Prime Minister will agree

1/2 Now confirmed that 'management of the deceased' is deliberately broad term to ensure employees of #funeral homes #cemeteries #crematoria & other key firms can seek support with childcare as needed. We'd like to thank the team at Cabinet Office for their swift clarification.

1/4: While #funerals have been excluded from the ban on events taking place, announced this evening (23 March) and & funeral homes remain open, it is absolutely vital that funeral services abide by the objectives set out in the Government’s guidance...

At a Cabinet Office meeting today NAFDCEO will raise this issue urgently, pressing for all funeral staff in Scotland to be classified as Category 2 #keyworkers which will offer them the support they need to care for the deceased and bereaved families.

Great news! the system that allows Funeral Directors in Scotland to register deaths remotely is now live after the NAFD raised serious concerns with Scottish Government Thanks to all involved for making this happen!

National Records Scotland have provided information for the funeral industry which outlines key parts of the remote death and stillbirth registration system. This is accessible here: blogs.gov.scot/funeral-indust…

We know how difficult it is for anyone who is #bereaved at the moment but please, if you're thinking of attending a #funeral but aren't part of the immediate family group, please find another way to pay your respects - or we risk further restrictions. bbc.co.uk/news/uk-englan…

Do the right thing.

Please could you help support #bereaved people at this difficult time. Such a simple thing to do. #weareallinthistogether

The recent changes to funerals will undoubtedly have an impact on the way we grieve. While usual advice is to avoid isolation, this may feel impossible because of the social distancing guidelines in place. We’ve put together some guidance to help. coop.co.uk/funeralcare/ad…

Lovely to see this campaign spreading across the UK. A small thing to ask of the public, but an important act of solidarity and support for #bereaved families and the #funeral directors caring for them. #WeAreAllInThisTogether bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotla…

NAFD Past President Paul Cuthell, of ThomasCuthell&Sons in Falkirk, spoke to BBC Radio Scotland this morning about his experiences and those of his team in caring for bereaved people and those who have died during COVID 19. facebook.com/ThomasCuthella…

The Scottish Government is offering funeral directors an emergency 3rd party source to purchase PPE if supplies run out and you can’t access more. Tomorrow we will be emailing members more details and a form, please complete it and send it back asap.

Click the link to access updated COVID-19 guidance for funeral directors published by Scottish Government: mailchi.mp/c88cf927a62a/o…

No change to restrictions in Scotland on the numbers allowed to attend #funerals following the latest announcements. Check out the NAFD UK guide to how all UK countries are affected.

We are delighted to welcome #COVID19 clinical advisor to Scottish Government Gregory E Ekatah to speak at the NAFD Scotland General Meeting on Thursday

As part of Deceased Management Advisory Group and on behalf of funeral firms across Scotland, it was really great to receive this letter from Joe FitzPatrick MSP today. #Covid19UK

The Scottish Govt has issued a clarification on families carrying coffins and cords, and said it is not ruled out if they are from the same household. blogs.gov.scot/funeral-indust…

A reminder of the change to the type of MCCD reviews undertaken by Healthcare Improvement Scotland from today, due to the increasing #COVID workload. nafdcovid19.org.uk/2020/11/scotla…

NAFD members are invited to a webinar on 9 December, focusing on COVID, the CMA, Brexit & regional issues. With so much affecting the way the profession works, now & in the future, you can't afford to miss it. Join from your office, home or mobile. youtu.be/THji_ltK6ws