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Funeral punks

A new wave of end of life rituals is emerging across northern England

A new wave of end of life rituals is emerging across northern England. As funeral costs increase, the influence of the traditional undertaker is declining. Communities are building pyramids containing their dead loved one's ashes and a growing number of people are choosing to organise their own bespoke events.

(Photo: Presenter, Kim Tserkezie (L) and alterative funeral organiser Carl Marlow. Credit: Highlights PR)

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Sat 21 Mar 2020 14:32GMT

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  • Sat 21 Mar 2020 14:32GMT