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Need professional funeral training in Glasgow?

The IFD College has scheduled the following courses in Glasgow on 8th September 2022: Health & Safety for Funeral Staff and Foundation Aimed at all staff employed in funeral work and should ideally be a first step in funeral service training. Topics include: hygiene, handling hazardous substances, risk assessments, fire safety, first aid, good housekeeping and manual […]

Prospective new member

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Greater Manchester, Lancashire with branches in Little Hulton, Irlam, Salford, Eccles and TyldesleyPlease log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

The late Baroness Sally Greengross OBE

Post from The Child Funeral Charity The trustees of the Child Funeral Charity are very sad to report the death of the charity’s patron Baroness Sally Greengross OBE, member of the House of Lords since 2000, who died in June 2022 aged 86. Her work as a campaigner was remarkable and we were very proud that […]

Can your support SAIF’s West Highland Way fundraiser?

An exciting adventure will start on Monday 12th September in support of SAIF’s President Jo Parker’s Charity for 2022. With Arran Brudenell as expedition leader and navigator, Catherine Betley, Brian Stock, Bob Spittle, Justin Burgess and Brian Hart will be walking the West Highland Way. Their route will cover 96 miles fromMilngavie to Fort William and […]

Need training in funeral related skills?

Look no further! The Independent Funeral Directors (IFD) College provides a range of courses to suit every employee, from the part time driver/bearer to the full time Funeral Director. Training is designed for anyone just entering the funeral profession or those who have been employed within it for some years. Learn more about the courses […]

Prospective new associate member in West Yorkshire.

SAIF has received an application from a prospective associate based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective New Members

SAIF has received an application from prospectives Funeral Directors based in:* Maghera, Derry* Cannock, West Midlands* Bury, Lancashire* Chesterfield, DerbyshirePlease log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Funeral arrangements for Roger Ferdinand

This is to advise that the funeral arrangements for Roger Ferdinand will be held on Wednesday 27th July at Helensburgh Parish Church, Colquhoun Square, Helensburgh at 2.00pm. A gathering afterwards at Rosslea Hall Hotel, Ferry Rd, Rosneath, Rhu, Helensburgh where Winnie will join after the short private cremation.

Prospective new member in Tyne & Wear

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Durham, Tyne & Wear. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in Devon.

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Paignton, Devon. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in Aberdeenshire

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Westhill, Aberdeenshire Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in Cleveland

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Hartlepool, Cleveland Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

View from the President: tackling the issues that matter to independent funeral directors

It’s hard to believe three months have already passed since Jo Parker became SAIF National President – thanks to so many issues vying for her attention following her election to the prestigious post on a cold but sunny Sunday in March. Yet Jo has wasted no time in getting stuck into the important task of […]

How do you help families bereaved through suicide?

SAIF Members’ Webinar 22nd June at 3 pm Suicide is the biggest killer of young people under 35 in the UK. Young suicide in the UK is at its highest for the past ten years. Losing a loved one to suicide is a shocking and painful experience. It’s believed to be one of the most difficult and […]

SAIF Member near Southampton?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be meeting at The Doubletree by Hilton, Southampton on 20th June. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how […]

SAIF Member in the South West?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be meeting at The Best Western Tiverton Hotel, Tiverton on 16th June. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be […]

SAIF Member in Wales?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be meeting at The Twelve Knights, Port Talbot on 15th June. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how […]

SAIF Member in the Midlands?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be meeting at The Waseley Crematorium near Birmingham on 26th May. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how […]

SAIF Member in the North West?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be meeting at Halliday Funeral Supplies, Birkenhead on 25th May. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how SAIF […]

Can you support SAIF’s Charity of the Year?

SAIF Insure’s Brian Hart is planning an exciting adventure to support SAIF’s National President’s fundraising for the charity Papyrus. With Arran Brudenell as expedition leader and navigator, Catherine Betley, Brian Stock, Bob Spittle, Justin Burgess and Brian will be walking the West Highland Way from 20th June. Their route will cover 96 miles from from Milngavie […]

Prospective new Associate member in Manchester

SAIF has received an application from a prospective associate member based in Manchester Airport, Manchester Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

What can SAIF Digital do for you?

The number of people searching online for a funeral director has increased significantly in the last five years. By the middle of the pandemic there was one search for a ‘funeral director’ online for every two funerals delivered in the UK. However, on average, Independent Funeral Directors are not meeting the challenge of digital engagement effectively. The key obstacles for […]

Prospective new member in Greater Manchester

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

SAIF Member in Yorkshire?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be visiting the Village Hotel, Leeds South on 19th May. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how SAIF […]

SAIF Member in the North East?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. We’ll be visiting Durham Cricket Club, Chester-le-Street on 18th May. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how SAIF independent […]

SAIF Members – join us at the National Funeral Exhibition

It’s now less than 6 weeks for the National Funeral Exhibition at Stoneleigh Park and we have great pleasure in inviting you to visit us on the SAIF stand H2 287 for coffee and light refreshments. Whilst the exhibition will attract a great many funeral directors and suppliers, it is also an opportunity for SAIF […]

Prospective new member in East Sussex

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Brighton, East Sussex Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

SAIF Member in East Anglia?

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. Our very first event will be held at The West Suffolk Crematorium, Bury St Edmunds on 11th May. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key […]

Prospective new member in London

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Leyton, London Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

SAIF Regional Meeting series kicks off 11th May

SAIF is delighted to be holding ‘live’ regional meetings again after the long break caused by the pandemic. All Members and Associates are invited to join Chief Executive, Terry Tennens, and National President, Jo Parker. The key topic under discussion will be how SAIF independent funeral directors can meet the challenge of increasing direct cremations. […]

Prospective new member in South Yorkshire

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in Staffordshire

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Stafford, Staffordshire. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in Merseyside

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Haydock St Helens, Merseyside with branches in Leigh and Wigan. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new Associate member in Leeds

SAIF has received an application from a prospective associate member based in Pudsey, Leeds Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new member in South Devon

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Kingsbridge, South Devon Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Jo to promote professionalism and community as new SAIF president

SAIF, which has the largest number of independent funeral director members of any UK funeral trade association, has elected a new president to serve for the next 12 months. Jo Parker, managing director of Abbey Funeral Services in Tonbridge, Kent, took up the reins at the Society’s recent AGM in Edinburgh, when she succeeded Mark […]

Prospective new member in Suffolk

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Eye, Suffolk with a branch in Harleston, Norfolk. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

SAIF AGM 2022 – recording and minutes now available

If you were unable to attend SAIF’s recent Annual General Meeting, a recording is now available to watch. The minutes are also ready for all members. To access these resources: Login to the Members’ area Use this link

Matthew Gallagher Award winner 2022

At SAIF’s AGM on 19th March, the winner of the Matthew Gallagher IFD College Student for 2022 was announced as Zoe Walker from Bungards Funeral Directors of Hove. Congratulations to Zoe, pictured left. Runner up was Becky Horton from Hortons Funeral Directors in Hull and Special mention was given to Melissa Dabrowski from Edwin Ainsworth […]

Prospective new member in South Yorkshire

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new Associate member in Leicestershire

SAIF has received an application from a prospective associate member based in Leicester, Leicestershire Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Funeral training for SAIF Members

The Independent Funeral Directors (IFD) College is supporting SAIF members to train their teams to the highest standards, benefitting bereaved families. So it was a delight to see a number of certificates awarded to some of our dedicated colleagues at the AGM on Saturday in Edinburgh. Do you need funeral training for your staff? Check […]

Prospective new member in North Somerset

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Yatton, North Somerset with a branch in Clevedon. Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Prospective new applicant in Greater Manchester

SAIF has received an application from a prospective Funeral Director based in Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester Please log onto the members area and visit the ‘membership pending’ page to see further details.

Huge thanks to SAIF Members

Immediate Past President Mark Porteous thanks all members who supported his fundraising efforts during his presidency. Mark was delighted to inform members of the £21,761 raised for his chosen charity Winston’s Wish at the recent Banquet in Edinburgh. Money is still coming in and the final balance will be announced shortly.

SAIF welcomes new President Jo Parker

Jo Parker is SAIF’s National President for 2022-23. She is Managing Director of Abbey Funeral Services in Tonbridge, Kent and a long-standing member of SAIF’s Executive Committee since 2013. Jo has selected Papyrus UK Suicide Prevention as her charity of the year. PAPYRUS is the national charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide. Suicide […]

Regulatory impact: will your funeral plan provider continue trading after new rules go live?

As we approach Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulation of prepaid funeral plans in the UK, more details are emerging about how the new rules are impacting upon the sector. One development in recent weeks relates to those funeral plan providers which have opted not to continue after regulation kicks in on 29th July 2022. Information […]