Watch out for dodgy funeral plan offers.

Found an interesting, paid for article in the Independent newspaper about funeral costs which included the following: “Ten years ago, very few people opted for funeral plan insurance, usually known as a ‘funeral plan’. But that’s changed dramatically for several reasons. In fact, over half a million people in the UK have opted for funeral plan insurance.” “TIP: When all is said and done, funeral and related expenses can exceed £8,000 and the number is steadily increasing. In fact, one high street bank estimates that funeral expenses will exceed £24,000 by 2020.”  “For just a few pounds a week, you’re covered. Most people are amazed when they discover how inexpensive funeral plan insurance can be.” “Help your friends and relatives. Funeral plan insurance means they pay nothing for your funeral expenses.” “Protection from price increases. Funeral plan insurance can cover the increases in funeral expenses. So whatever the increase in funeral expenses, funeral plan insurance can provide coverage … for just a few pounds a week. Remember, funeral expenses will reach £24,000 by 2020.” Note the use of the wording “can” cover? “In some cases, life insurance and money saved can cover funeral expenses. But if the person who has passed away has not prepared for the cost, then relatives must pay the expenses.” When I checked this out on the web link included in the article i was directed to a quote line which immediately gave me a quote for a life insurance, not a funeral plan. Since running this petition I have been bombarded with offers of so called funeral plans, which are actually life insurances, which may or may not, cover some, or all of a funeral costs. READ THE SMALL PRINT TO AVOID DODGY COVER. If anyone has stories to share on dodgy funeral plans I would be happy to feature them in this petition and the notes to our parliaments.