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We often have many developments and updates which we share to help people be fully informed about Levertons and the wider profession. These vary from new pieces of information about what to do when someone dies, updates to regulation, new initiatives we are introducing, involvement and activity within our community and other professional or industry information.

Please see below for our full list of articles available to view and read. We hope you find this useful and please feel free to share and comment.

Embalming Myths Debunked

When families visit our funeral home to make arrangements for their loved ones, one topic that often raises questions- and sometimes eyebrows- is embalming. The practice of embalming, despite being a routine aspect of funeral care, is surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can make it an uncomfortable discussion for some people. As a funeral […]

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Celebrating excellence: gold for being green

Prestigious award highlights Leverton’s dedication and commitment to sustainability. Eco-conscious North London funeral director Leverton & Sons Ltd has achieved a respected industry accolade for its efforts to make send-offs more sustainable. The business, which is renowned for its service to both local families and the Royal family, has attained a gold award from the […]

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A star in memory

As we enter the festive period, we understand that this time of year can be very difficult when going through a bereavement. Christmas is often a time when loved ones come together and celebrate, but it is also a time when we miss those who we have loved and lost the most. It’s a time […]

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Navigating Social Media After Loss

In today’s modern world, social media plays a huge part in all our lives. After experiencing a loss it can be incredibly hard to navigate these platforms. Whether you are using social media to announce the passing of a loved one, to express grief, find out about grief support or manage a deceased’s online presence, […]

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Death Certification Reforms

This post has been written with reference to the relevant pages on the Government website. The death certification system in England and Wales has remained almost unchanged for over 50 years. The government has decided to introduce a system in England and Wales, and the new regulations will take effect from 12.01am on 9th September […]

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Awarded Gold Status For The GGFS

It has been a busy few months here at Levertons, and we are absolutely delighted to announce that we have just been awarded the Greener Globe Funeral Standard Gold Award, as a testimony to our sustainability and commitment to reducing environmental impact. In a profession where tradition and respect are paramount, here at Levertons we […]

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Let’s talk about Direct Cremations

Whether it’s because of cost or circumstance, a formal ceremony may not be for everyone. There has been a noticeable movement away from the traditional funeral in recent years with many opting for a Direct Cremation. It may be due to the cost-of-living crisis or indeed the aftermath of Covid when people weren’t able to […]

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A Star In Memory

As we enter the festive period, we understand this time of year can be very difficult when going through a bereavement. Christmas is often a time when loved ones come together and celebrate, but it is also a time when we miss those who we have loved and lost the most. It’s a time when […]

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Levertons Awarded Investors In People (IIP) Silver Accreditation

Leverton & Sons have achieved the prestigious Investors In People (IIP) Silver status which is a significant achievement for our staff and the organisation as a while. Following an ongoing assessment that lasted for three years, all areas of the organisation were covered and our External Assessor deemed that we, not only met the requirements […]

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Leverton & Sons NEW Estimator Launched

It's your choice as to what you have at a funeral and we want to make the process of planning a funeral as simple as possible. We understand the cost and difficult decisions that sometimes have to be made when it comes to planning a funeral. Different funeral packages and pricing can be a minefield […]

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Immediate Assistance

In the case of someone dying at home, or if you need to contact us for immediate assistance out of our office hours, please do call us. We can arrange collection at any time of day or night: