Scotland has become the first part of the UK to introduce 'boil in a bag' funerals, in the biggest change to Britain's burial rules since cremation was introduced in 1885. This alternative technique, ...

Scotland has become the first country in the UK where water cremations are now legal. The process - called alkaline hydrolysis - will offer families a third option instead of burial or traditional ...

Adele Cunningham was the host of the event that spotlights the Scottish people and businesses who can be trusted in the ...

Rogue undertakers are preparing bodies for funerals in sheds, garages and even kitchens, a report to the Scottish Government claims. Under current laws, anyone can open a funeral company or call ...

Thousands of grieving families across Scotland are missing out on government support to help cover funeral costs, new figures reveal, according to Advice Direct Scotland. The Funeral Support Payment ...

Hydrolysis uses alkaline and water to break down body in a few hours and is part of demand for more sustainable funerals Scotland has become the first part of the UK to legalise hydrolysis, an ...