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Setting the national standards for civil funerals

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'what causes statutory bereavement leave to remain a taboo within UK business' again for 15/20 minutes followed by questions - so an interesting hour or so.
Please put the date and time in your diary as it would be lovely to 'see' as many of our members as possible.

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Although it was lovely to have the opportunity of a peaceful walk in an autumnal wood this week, back in the office there is lots of preparation being done to prepare for the IoCF annual AGM on 15 October.

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Again this year we are holding it via Zoom: starting at 9.30am we have Susan Flipping doing a 15/20 minute talk with questions to follow; the official AGM bit will be next and then we have another guest speaker, Matthew Crawley, who will be talking on ...

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The only way through grief is to go through grief. 🧡 We have to face it and feel it, one wave at a time. Liz Newman.

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Two separate stories this week of #Funeral directors being approached by unqualified & untrained 'celebrants'. Both were gently rejected. But how do we ensure that families are only supported by trained, professional #celebrants? @NAFD_UK @NAFDPresident @NationalSAIF

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Exciting news! Our lovely orange glass tea light holders have arrived!! These will be available to purchase on Monday. We would love you all to light a candle in your home at 6pm on 8th December & help us #SpreadSomeWarmth on the final day of #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek2021 🧡🕯

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Thanks also to @ConferenceAston for your fab hospitality. Every one of the team gave us a huge welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you.

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And…….conference has closed! An inspiring weekend with particular thanks to @rituals_today @nafdvp @jenniferccoach @OTB_Liz @SJMcDonn and Kate Reneerkens. Pics & more info to follow. https://t.co/0jIaJikyfo #celebrant #funeral

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@WildMagpie @rituals_today Rosalie was kind enough to be opening speaker at the IoCF conference for its members. If you are a celebrant and would like more info, do get in touch.

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@rituals_today We so appreciate you joining us Rosalie and sharing your inspiring thoughts. Delegates are still discussing how they want to introduce new ritual to support families. Thank you.

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Who’s coming to conference? We’ll be @ConferenceAston October 15-17 for an inspirational weekend of talks and workshops on celebrancy. Plenty of time to chat as well! Book by July 31 for easy instalment payments. Open to all members https://t.co/Z4MlN6yeIj #celebrant #funeral

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On #ThankYouDay we recognise our members and our colleagues in the funeral sector for the care they've given bereaved families, particularly over the last 18 months. #together you've helped ease the pain. @NAFD_UK @NationalSAIF

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Spaces are already filling up for our 2021 conference - October 15-17 @ConferenceAston. Don't forget you can pay in easy instalments if you book before the end of the month. The conference is open to new members too! #feelgoodfriday #celebrant https://t.co/MF0bhtjH4c

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Feedback such as this shows how IoCF celebrants always go the extra mile. Find Paul Rees and other amazing independent #funeral #celebrants in Wales on our website. https://t.co/MF0bhtjH4c

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@MuchLoved It's good to talk 🙂So glad that we've connected. Have a lovely day.

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@print_memorial @celebrantdirect Right back at you. Good to be sharing this space with you.

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More excellent feedback for one of our members. To find out more about Susan Flipping and other celebrants like her, use Find A Celebrant on our website https://t.co/S3cZlk0YVO

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An email is on its way to all IoCF #celebrants about a great new #member benefit. If it's not in your Inbox in the next 24 hours, call our admin team on 01480 861411 https://t.co/MF0bhtjH4c