The DMAG has published a report on the lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic. A report was produced and circulated across the sector, including all those taking part in the regular Cabinet Office consultations. The purpose of this review was not to arrive at a definitive position on the success or otherwise of the measures implemented, as clearly […]
The members of DMAG held a video conference on 24th August 2020, with a representative from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), present for the open part of the meeting. APCC chaired the meeting.
DMAG has been informed by Scottish Government that it has received reports that the guidance on the maximum number of people who can attend a funeral in Scotland (20 people, excluding the funeral director, celebrant, clergyman and venue staff) is not being followed in some cases. This includes funeral services being held at funeral directors’ […]
The members of DMAG held a video conference on 20th August 2020, with representatives from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ), Scottish Government (SG) & Northern Ireland Government (NI) present for the open part of the meeting. FFMA chaired the meeting.
The members of DMAG held a video conference on 13th August 2020, with a representative from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and a representative from Scottish Government (SG) present for the open part of the meeting. CSGB chaired the meeting.
The Government has updated guidance on self-isolation after showing symptoms of coronavirus. The self-isolation period has increased from 7 to 10 days. All those showing symptoms should remain self-isolated for 10 days. Find more guidance here
Amended advice has been issued by the UK government concerning the wearing of face coverings at funerals. Find more guidance here Following discussions with the Cabinet Office clarification has been provided concerning distressed mourners removing a face covering during a service: ‘If a person is in emotional distress during a service the intention of the […]
The Scottish Government has issued revised advice on the wearing of face covering. From 8 August, wearing a face covering at an indoor funeral service will no longer be advised, it will be compulsory. Everyone attending an indoor funeral service will be required by law to wear a face covering. This includes funeral services in […]
The members of DMAG held a video conference on 3rd August 2020, with representatives from Scottish Government (SG), Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and Public Health England (PHE) present for the open part of the meeting. ICCM chaired the meeting.
The members of DMAG held a video conference on 23rd July 2020, with representatives from Scottish Government (SG) Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and the Senedd Cymru (SC) present for the open part of the meeting. FBCA chaired the meeting.