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Legislation on Funerals

Tuesday 10 December 2024 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Luke Evans questioned the adequacy of current legislation on funerals due to concerns in the funeral director sector.
  • The Government asked the Law Commission to create a future-proof legal framework for post-death issues.
  • The Government expressed willingness to meet Luke Evans and his constituent to discuss the funeral sector further.

Questions & Answers

Q1 Luke Evans Con Hinckley and Bosworth
Context

The funeral director sector faces serious concerns, with legislation governing post-death procedures considered outdated. Previous correspondence mentioned the Fuller inquiry's phase 2 interim report.

Question

What assessment has been made of the adequacy of legislation on funerals given that there are serious concerns in the funeral director sector and the need for an updated legal framework?

Answer from Alex Davies-Jones

The Government recognise serious concerns about the funeral director sector. They are considering appropriate standards, including regulation, and have asked the Law Commission to create a future-proof legal framework for what happens after death.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific legislative measures or timeline not provided

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Q2 Luke Evans Con Hinckley and Bosworth
Context

The question follows previous correspondence about the funeral director sector. The constituent Joseph Barsby runs G. Seller, an independent funeral directors business.

Question

Will the Minister meet me and my constituent Joseph Barsby to further discuss how we can bring forward a compassionate yet high-standard approach in the funeral sector?

Answer from Alex Davies-Jones

As the hon. Gentleman knows, most funeral directors treat people respectfully. There are serious issues of concern in the sector. The Government are considering next steps and would be happy for him to join a meeting with sector directors when it takes place.

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Not addressed: Specific date or plan not provided

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