<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Promises Kept]]></title><description><![CDATA[Promises Kept]]></description><link>https://promiseskept.yournewwebsite.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:57:38 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://promiseskept.yournewwebsite.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Sustainable Farewells: The New Standard in UK Funerals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Environmental impact is no longer an afterthought in the funeral industry; it is now a primary consideration for many UK families. Following the AOIC Annual Conference (Late 2025/Early 2026) , there has been an increased focus on "Natural and Green Celebrancy." This trend goes beyond biodegradable coffins. It involves the celebrant’s role in facilitating ceremonies at natural burial grounds or coordinating scatterings that respect the local ecosystem. The AOIC has highlighted how celebrants...]]></description><link>https://promiseskept.yournewwebsite.uk/post/sustainable-farewells-the-new-standard-in-uk-funerals</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d79d220b7119100d00d224</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:35:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6e5452446e446444596b38~mv2_d_4288_2848_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kat Moir</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Choosing an AOIC Member Matters in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the UK Law Commission’s long-awaited recommendations on weddings and funerals now fully integrated into professional standards, the distinction between a "DIY" celebrant and a professionally accredited one has never been clearer. The Association of Independent Celebrants (AOIC)  recently reaffirmed their 2026 Code of Conduct , which mandates rigorous ongoing training and public liability insurance for all members. For a family, this means security. When you book a ceremony with me as an...]]></description><link>https://promiseskept.yournewwebsite.uk/post/why-choosing-an-aoic-member-matters-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d79cfa0b7119100d00d1bc</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:35:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2ece00_4b986ee3d76c4245bb7f978145979663~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kat Moir</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Waiting Isn’t Always Better: The Rise of the Living Farewell]]></title><description><![CDATA[You will notice on my website that I offer a ‘Pre-Need Service’ and in recent months, the UK has seen a significant shift in how we approach the end of life. Data discussed by the AOIC (March 2026)  suggests that "Living Funerals" or "Living Celebrations" are no longer a fringe concept but a growing preference for those with terminal diagnoses or the elderly. The core idea is simple but profound: why wait until someone is gone to say the things that matter most? As a celebrant, I am seeing...]]></description><link>https://promiseskept.yournewwebsite.uk/post/a-meaningful-goodbye-rethinking-what-a-funeral-can-be</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c28c87149f4fed564f0635</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:08:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3a525236cb4b487c8b4bcf8a92618a61.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Kat Moir</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>