Legislation & Guidelines
The standards we work to, and the professional bodies behind our service.
Our standards
We work to recognised standards, and follow guidelines and best practice throughout.
Charter for the Bereaved
Produced by the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management. Worcester City Council is a charter member, committed to a service built around bereaved families’ needs.
ICCM standards
We meet the ICCM gold standard for cremation and silver for our grounds, rising to gold once our new children’s remembrance garden is complete.
FBCA
The Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities supports the owners and operators of crematoria and cemeteries across the UK.
Infant cremation policy
We follow the latest national guidance on infant cremation, with sensitive and respectful care. Read the joint policy statement (PDF).
Professional bodies
The professional bodies our funeral directors and memorial masons work with.
National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD)
National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons (BRAMM)
National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM)
