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Funerals/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions relating to the law surrounding funerals, burial and cremation in the UK as well as the practical interpretation of the laws. I have in depth knowledge of the funeral profession in the UK, the products available and what is seen as acceptable and unacceptable. I am able to advise members of the public as well as trade enquiries from those within the profession and those looking to supply or become involved with the funeral industry.
Experience in the area
I have 25 years experience in the UK funeral industry, as a practising funeral director, as a consultant to funeral homes and suppliers, as someone who has bought, owned and sold funeral homes as well as establishing new ones from scratch. I was the Founding Chairman of the Independent Funeral Directors College and have sat on the national executive of the Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors
Organizations
British Institute of Funeral Directors, National Association of Funeral Directors, Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors
Publications
Funeral Service Journal and on my blog - www.afuneraldirector.co.uk
Education/Credentials
Diploma in Funeral Directing
Awards and Honors
Recommended by the Natural Death Centre
Past/Present Clients
Confidential
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| sarah | 01/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you for the advice |
Recent Answers from Bryan Powell
2012-04-11 Coroner:
Hi Jeremy, The Coroner is employed by the Home Office and so is a public officer rather than part of the funeral home. The person you actually need to speak to is the Coroner's officer who will
2012-01-25 resuming ashes:
Hi, That shouldn't be a problem as long as they were buried in some sort of container. You will need a permit from the Home Office in London. There are guidance notes here: http://www.justice.gov
2012-01-23 Grave:
This is an difficult situation that comes about all too often. Unfortunately there is little you can do about this legally. Although if you paid for the grave originally you might have a case. I
2012-01-13 funeral:
Hi, I'm sorry to hear that. What happens to her pre-paid funeral is really down to whether the funds were placed into trust or not and if the company that has filed bankruptcy had access to those funds
2012-01-05 deeds:
Hi Sarah, In practice the deeds of the grave allow the owner/holder two rights - to erect a headstone and to permit further burials. Usually a child's grave is only deep enough for one burial and as
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