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By employing the services of a BIFD member, you can be sure they will be following our Code of Ethics, which all members have agreed to be bound by.

The British Institute of Funeral Directors, founded on 6th February 1982 by experienced funeral directors, is dedicated to promoting high standards, professionalism, and university accredited qualifications within the funeral profession. The BIFD was established in 1982 by a group of funeral directors who believed in education and training for their profession; so that members of the public seekin

g to use the services of a funeral director should be able to choose wisely and get the best possible professional services on offer. The BIFD places the educational and professional development needs of Funeral Directors at the heart of its work and promotes best practice through continual professional development. The BIFD is run by professionals for professionals; the BIFD prides itself on responding to what individuals, companies and the funeral profession needs to best serve the bereaved, now and in the future.

25/07/2025

Wednesday night saw Region C at The Memory Tree Co in York where they were given a talk on the background of the company and what they plan for the future. It may not look like much now, but in years to come, it will look beautiful.

21/07/2025

We have some advertising space available. If yourself or if you know anyone who may be interested in advertising in The Journal please contact journal@bifd.org.uk for more information.

19/07/2025

What's your favourite flavour?

July is National Ice Cream Month. Originally designated by US President Regan in 1984, to recognise the popularity of Ice Cream. Ice Cream day usually falls on the third Sunday of the month in the US.

With this year being so warm and the recent heatwaves across the company, what a perfect excuse to enjoy some ice cream and cool down!

17/07/2025

There is still time to join Region C to their trip to The Memory Tree Co on the 23rd July. The meeting counts toward your CPD hours.

Please email Hayley Owen to confirm your attendance.

16/07/2025

MuchLoved is hosting a Webinar on Thursday 24th July at 11am.

The content is "How to utilise all your options via your MuchLoved partnership."

Please register your interest at admin@bifd.org.uk.

Taking part will count towards your CPD hours!

15/07/2025

It's St Swithin's Day!

Traditionally a day steeped in superstition, and mostly remembered for the belief that whatever the weather on this day, is going to be that weather for the next 40 days.

St Swithin was actually a Saxon who was cannonized when people began to seek his intercession after his death. He has been a Saint of the Catholic Faith since the 9th Century.

11/07/2025

Are you enrolled on our the next Certificate Course starting in September?

Open to all funeral professionals wishing to go further in their qualifications and careers, as well as people wishing to start their careers.

07/07/2025

Fun Facts for July is the month was originally called Quintilis which means fifth month in Latin but was changed to July in 44BC in honor of the Roman General Julius Caesar, as it was the month of his birth.

Ancient British referred to the month as either Heymonth or Maedmonth due to the importance of Haymaking and meadows in bloom during this month

05/07/2025

Only a few months left until our Conference weekend in Windsor!

Friday night consists of a meal with entertainment, with our AGM on Saturday morning, followed by an afternoon of Education, with your chance to meet people and find out more about the Institute.

Saturday night will host our Gala Dinner, where the Diploma Students are awarded their certificates and the handover of offices takes place with some great entertainment.

If anyone does not want to take part in Saturday afternoon, then the hotel has lots of facilities to make use of, or you can take a trip into Windsor, around the castle, or even to Legoland.

Book your place now to ensure you don't miss out. Booking forms are available by contacting admin@bifd.org.uk or filling in the ones that are in The Journal.

01/07/2025

Hello to July! How is everyone coping with the recent heatwave? It is supposed to cool down slightly towards the end of the week in some areas.

On this day in 1837, Registration of Births, Marriages and Deaths began in Britain.

On this day in 1937, the 999 Emergency Service was introduced.

29/06/2025

Region C are hosting a CPD event at The Memory Tree Co on Wednesday 23rd July. This is open to all members and students.

Please email Hayley Owen to confirm your attendance.

27/06/2025

A new way of delivering the Certificate Course is due to start in September. This will be delivered over several weekends in Leamington Spa, and Zoom by two of our Level 5 qualified tutors.

For further information please email Hayley Owen.

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