Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities

The UK’s only trade association representing burial, cremation, and other funerary method providers.

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We support our members in upholding and advancing the standards of burial, cremation, and other funerary methods.

Through collaboration, training and knowledge sharing, we support in the bereavement sector in maintaining compliance and excellence.

We provide trusted resources and work closely with regulatory bodies to shape effective policy and uphold the highest standards across the sector.

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Crematorium Inspection Scheme

To ensure high standards of service delivery to local communities, the Federation requires all its members to comply with a Code of Cremation Practice.

Responding to a survey of its members in 2018, and following widespread consultation of the sector, the Federation is developing a new Crematorium Compliance Scheme.

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Cremator Operator Training

Our CPD accredited Training & Examination Scheme (TEST) allows operators to be trained in the competent operation of cremators, compliance with the appropriate regulations, codes of practice and best available techniques.

Annual Conference - Cremation & Burial Communication & Education (CBCE)

The Federation is one of two principal sponsors of the annual Cremation and Burial Communication & Education Event

Latest News

July: NME Bulletin

28th July 2023

The National Medical Examiner has released their July bulletin. This month,…

NHS Education for Scotland Video Release

28th July 2023

NHS Education for Scotland has produced a video for health and…

An Executive Committee Anouncement

28th July 2023

The Executive Committee are delighted to announce the appointment of Mike…

Facultatieve Technologies

Facultatieve Technologies (FT) with 145 years of experience in cremation is the international market leader in the design, construction and maintenance of cremation and filtration equipment.

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