The bereavement sector is represented by a number of organisations, covering both funeral directors and those who manage, provide and work in cemeteries and crematoria. There has always been a great deal of mutual support and cooperation between all the kindred organisations.

As the Deceased Management Advisory Group (DMAG) representatives from each of the following organisations work together to develop a consensus approach to the many challenging issues which now face the sector.

• The Association of Private Crematoria and Cemeteries (APCC)
• Federation of Burial and Cremation Authorities (FBCA)
• Funeral Suppliers' Association (FSA)
• Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM)
• National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD)
• National Society of Allied & Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF)
• The Cremation Society