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Telephone Disruption

2nd October 2023

Hi Everyone We are having new meters installed in the morning 3rd October 2023 and there may be some disruption to our phone system between 08:00 and 10:00. Please bear with us during this time but we can still be contacted on 07919 608555 or send us an email enquiries@wjbeswetherick.co.uk Many thanks

Vacancy – Funeral Operative Truro

18th September 2023

• Assist with collection of deceased persons from domestic, business and hospital premises • Handling and recording of personal effects. • Preparation and lining of empty coffins for burial and cremation • Assist with clothing and preparation of deceased person for viewings and funerals • Performing viewings in the chapel of rest • Receiving cremated… Read more – Vacancy – Funeral Operative Truro »

Bereavement Support Group – Redruth Hub

6th March 2023

Free, monthly bereavement support group

Memory Giving

23rd February 2023

Thank you to everyone who has donated in memory of a loved one. In 2022, through our partner Memory Giving, you have helped us raise £12,215 plus up to £2,135 in gift aid for local and national charities and organisations.

What’s the best burial option?

31st January 2023

Burials are a way for people to honour and commemorate the lives of their loved ones who have passed away. There are several different types of burials, each with their own unique characteristics and benefits.    At W J Beswetherick and Son, we are able to support you with a range of burial options including: … Read more – What’s the best burial option? »

Golden Charter now authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a provider of funeral plans

3rd August 2022

We’re pleased to confirm that Golden Charter is now authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a provider of funeral plans. The FCA has taken on supervision of the funeral planning market, which means that all funeral plan companies and those involved in selling and delivering funeral plans are required to meet… Read more – Golden Charter now authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a provider of funeral plans »

What are direct cremations?

6th June 2022

The pandemic appears to have triggered a shift in people’s attitudes towards funerals with direct cremations becoming more popular. When restrictions were in place during the multiple lockdowns, we saw a rise in direct cremations. It gave families a chance to remember their loved ones at a later date when they could get together properly…. Read more – What are direct cremations? »

Funerals and linked commemorative events from 12th April 2021

6th April 2021

Here is the Govenrment’s latest announcement: Funerals are allowed with limits on attendance, and must only take place in COVID-secure venues or in public outdoor places. The venue manager or event organiser must take the required precautions, including the completion of a risk assessment. Funerals can be attended by a maximum of 30 people and… Read more – Funerals and linked commemorative events from 12th April 2021 »

CMA

17th August 2020

Funerals Market Investigation Summary of Provisional Decision report Notified: 13 August 2020 1. Funerals provide an opportunity for people to pay tribute to their loved one and they fulfil critical social, psychological and (for many) religious functions. Because of the crucial role funerals play in society; the distressing circumstances in which they occur, and the… Read more – CMA »

Children’s Funeral Fund for England launches today

1st August 2019

Bereaved parents will no longer have to pay the cost of their child’s burial or cremation after the Children’s Funeral Fund for England opened today (23 July). Published 23 July 2019 From: Ministry of Justice and Edward Argar MP Children’s Funeral Fund for England launches today Through the scheme, funeral providers will be able to… Read more – Children’s Funeral Fund for England launches today »

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Why we are supporting the Tell Us Once scheme

8th February 2019

We understand that telling people about the death of a loved one can be challenging. We also understand that having to repeat that information for various government departments can be difficult. Spending time on the phone having the same conversation, over and over, can be distressing. That is why we are supporting the Government’s Tell… Read more – Why we are supporting the Tell Us Once scheme »

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Bereavement Support Payment System Expanded

6th June 2017

We know from our research and customer feedback that the cost of funerals can be confusing and a concern to people.   That’s why we have launched our online pricing guide, which gives people a chance to understand the cost of a funeral and what is involved.   Despite being transparent with prices there are… Read more – Bereavement Support Payment System Expanded »