History Part 16

To unite all existing local undertakers’ Associations, and to promote the formation of other branches in the different parts of the British Isles.
To raise the tone and status of the calling and to promote the general education of its members in trade matters.
To watch over legislative measure which may affect or tend to affect, the best interests of members of the Association.
To advise associated branches in matters of local difficulty.
To work for and endeavour to obtain, registration, so as to put the calling on the basis of a profession.
To organize conventions, at which propositions for the advancement of the interests of undertakers may be brought forward and discussed.
To aid all influences calculated to increase the usefulness and improve the recognition and the utility of undertaking as a profession, and to incorporate reforms wherever necessary.
To arrange for lectures on educational subjects for the benefit of various branches.
The Association shall consist of all affiliated Associations, which shall be represented by delegates.