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What arrangements do you need to make after a death? Information about burials, cremations and funeral costs.

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Planning for your funeral (PDF)

This factsheet highlights things to consider if you want to plan ahead and make financial and other arrangements for your funeral. It looks at options when deciding what type of funeral you want, ways to pay for a funeral and information about organ donation. It may be helpful for people arranging a funeral. There is a form at the back to write down your funeral arrangements preferences and record helpful information for family, friends or your executor.

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/Documents/EN-GB/Factsheets/FS27_Planning_for_your_funer...
Age UK
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Funerals

Information on how to arrange a funeral, including who to contact, what are your choices and what costs may be incurred.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/family/death-and-wills/what-to-do-after-a-deat...
Citizens Advice
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What to do after someone dies - arrange the funeral

Information on arranging a funeral, including how to find a funeral director and funeral costs.
https://www.gov.uk/after-a-death/arrange-the-funeral
GOV.UK
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Independent Funeral Advice

Gives advice and support on family-organised and environmentally friendly funerals, as well as promoting choice and education in all aspects of funerals. The Natural Death Centre also runs the Association of Natural Burial Grounds.

http://www.naturaldeath.org.uk
The Natural Death Centre
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Help paying for a funeral

Includes information on who should pay for a funeral, and outlines options for how to play for a funeral, from where to find financial help to claiming funeral costs from the estate. 

https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/help-paying-for-a-funeral
Money Advice Service
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Funeral payments: overview

You could get a Funeral Payment if you’re on a low income and need help to pay for a funeral you’re arranging. Includes information on who is eligible. 

https://www.gov.uk/funeral-payments/overview
GOV.UK
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