A new report reveals that funeral costs in the capital remain the highest in the country. Despite these soaring costs, families have little recourse if something goes wrong with funeral services. This stands in stark contrast to Scotland, which introduced a statutory Funeral Director Code of Practice on March 1, 2025. Many people are unaware that the funeral sector in England operates without compulsory regulation or standards. For the thousands of London families who will lose a loved one before any new law is passed, the wait continues.