The Social Fund can pay towards cremation or burial and some of the additional costs. However, the overall costs of funerals have risen beyond the maximum £1200 payout, which has been frozen since 2003. … Currently, the only independent support for families planning funerals is provided by Quaker Social Action, an east London charity. Its Down To Earth project has volunteer mentors to help families plan the kind of funeral that they want. … …
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