Death
The rules about registering a death. Including information about death certificates wills, burials and cremations.
Information on registering a death, arranging a funeral, dealing with property and organisations which can provide further help and counselling.
This guide explains what steps you need to take, and who you should notify in the weeks and months after someone dies.
Who can register the death, the documents you’ll need and documents you’ll get depend on the circumstances of the death. Use the register a death tool to find out what you need to do.
Information on where you can register a death, who can register a death, and what you need to register a death.
When a person dies, somebody has to deal with their estate, collect in their money, property and possessions, pay any debts and then distribute the estate to those entitled to it.
This factsheet provides general information for personal representatives on how to carry out their duties. It includes information on what happens if someone has not left a will.
When someone dies, debts can be recovered from any assets or money left behind. This is known as the "estate". Dealing with an estate can be complicated. This factsheet provides basic information to help you decide what to do about debts.
Making a will, searching for a will, changing a will, destroying a will and challenging a will.
Help for you to come to terms with losing someone close.
Information about the inquest service provided free by Action Against Medical Accidents. Also links to their self-help guide 'Inquests into deaths following medical treatment'.
Offers support and information to help bereaved families facing an inquest, especially into deaths in custody.
If someone you know has died, or you are helping someone you know deal with a death where an inquest is to be held, The Inquest Handbook will give you information about the inquest procedure and what will happen after a sudden, violent or unnatural death. (Applies in England and Wales only)
