Foreword to the code

The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) is the largest and most inclusive representative body for the UK funeral profession. We support our members to deliver high standards of care for those who have died and we offer bereaved people the information and assurance to help them choose a compassionate, professional and experienced funeral director that they can trust.

Representing the entire spectrum of funeral directing businesses, including independent and family-owned firms, co-operatives and major funeral groups, NAFD has more than 3,800 UK funeral homes in membership, as well as international firms and suppliers to the sector.

We provide our members with advice, education services and guidance, empowering them to meet the highest professional standards.

Following the introduction of a statutory Funeral Director Code in Scotland on 1 March 2025, the NAFD is pleased to launch a refreshed and unified UK Funeral Director Code for all members.

Download the code in its entirety below

Download the code here