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The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities is issuing the following guidance for faith and belief groups and those who manage places of worship, who may wish to play an active role during this period.
Find out about the VAT liability of funeral services and other activities relating to the disposal of the remains of the dead.
Notify the Bona Vacantia division that a person has died without leaving a will or any known blood relatives.
Funeral Expenses Payment (also called Funeral Payment) to help pay funeral costs if you get certain benefits - eligibility, how to claim, form SF200
How to apply to the Children’s Funeral Fund for help paying for a funeral for a child under 18
Rules requiring price transparency continue to have a positive impact on funeral sector.
The CMA carried out a market investigation into the supply of services by funeral directors at the point of need and the supply of crematoria services.
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