The Latest Breaking News from NAFD

Family of man whose body was found after being ‘cremated’ call for tighter regulation

Michaela Baldwin was given stepfather’s supposed ashes before his remains were found at Legacy undertakers in Hull

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2025

Sizing up: how stadiums, hospitals and airlines are adapting to rise in obesity

Extra-width spectator seating, bariatric ambulances and oversized coffins are in growing demand

The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2025

Solution needed to deal with up to 300,000 sets of unclaimed ashes across UK

The Law Commission has undertaken a consultation on reforming the law around burial and cremation.

Evening Standard · Jan 28, 2025

No blanket postponing of funerals due to be held on Monday – funeral directors

The National Association of Funeral Directors believes the ‘vast majority of family wishes are being honoured’, based on conversations with members.

The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2022

Have funerals been cancelled? Concerns over services held on day Queen is laid to rest

Families have had their funerals postponed or rescheduled to avoiding clashing with the monarch’s farewell

The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2022