Undertakers' unease

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Undertakers' unease

Some undertakers say they have been making concessions for families since the start of the novel coronavirus pandemic, but are now unable to give a commitment to absorb the full cost of extended storage should the Government stick to its decision to ban funerals and burials for two weeks. The prohibition is expected to take effect on Monday, but funeral directors are hoping for a ninth-hour change of heart.

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