Features
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Trends in direct cremation
Most people would agree that direct cremation is a growing trend in the UK, but it’s surprising how little we… Read more > -
Helping families in times of need
Every year in the UK, thousands of families experience child bereavement and how their grief is managed and supported, including… Read more > -
Helping children cope with emotions
As a new wave of emotional wellbeing books for children hits the market, meet Clare Shaw, an author of therapeutic… Read more > -
The new SAIF President
This month I have been thinking a lot about change. I always do at this time of year, but more… Read more > -
Commitment to collaboration
Angela Kidd from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has written an open letter to SAIF members following her… Read more > -
Transparency: the hot topic
Not too many years ago any suggestion of discussing the cost of the funeral with your client would have left… Read more > -
Guiding the way
When someone is bereaved by suicide, it’s likely their world is deeply impacted. Some describe it as like the fallout… Read more > -
President names charity
SAIF’s new National President Jim Auld announced at the AGM weekend that he will be supporting Breast Cancer Care during… Read more > -
Showcasing on social media
At a recent meeting to discuss sustainability in the funeral sector, I experienced a revelation about one aspect of culture… Read more > -
New Scottish ‘A Forms’
Changes to cremation forms in Scotland come into effect this month. Here Jim Brodie, of the SAIF Scottish Government Liaison… Read more >