There are many things to do at the time and soon after a death. The following check list is designed to assist you in remembering some of the legal requirements and organisations you may need to notify:

Registering a Death – remember to take:

• The death certificate                                                                                    
• A copy of the deceased’s birth certificate and medical card                
• Date and Place of death                                                                             
• Deceased’s address                                                                                    
• Deceased’s full name and if applicable, a female’s maiden name    
• Deceased’s date and place of birth                                                          
• Deceased’s occupation and the occupation of any spouse                
• Details of any pension or allowance from public funds                                   
• If married, the date of birth of the surviving Widow or Widower          

For the Funeral Director – remember to take:

• The Green Certificate & Grave Deed for Cemetery Burials                  

Organisations to be informed

• Place of work / Employer                                                                              
• Family Doctor and/or Hospital the person was attending                     
• Inland Revenue                                                                                           
• Social Security re pension/benefit payments                                         
• Car Insurance / DVLA / Car Registration                                                    
• Utility Companies – gas, electric, water, telephone                               
• Insurance Companies                                                                                
• Local Housing Department / Council tax                                                   
• Post Office for re-directing mail                                                                 
• Newsagent