Registering a Death

It is necessary for the death to be registered before burial or cremation can take place.

The registration takes place at the Registrar's Office, which is done strictly by appointment.

The following people can register the death:-

		A relative.
		A person present at the death.
		The person arranging the funeral.

The following documents will be required:-

		Notification of Death Certificate from Doctor or Hospital.
		Birth certificate (if available).
		Marriage certificate (if available).
		NHS medical card (if available).

The Registrar will require the following information regarding the deceased:-

		Full name (including maiden name where appropriate).
		Address.
		Date and place of birth.
		Date and place of death.
		Last occupation.
		Receipt of a pension or allowance from public funds, other than a state pension (if applicable).
		Full name of spouse or partner (even if deceased).
		Date of birth of spouse or partner (even if deceased).
		Last occupation of spouse or partner (even if deceased).

Upon registration the Registrar will issue the following certificates:-

1.		Green certificate, for funeral.
		This must be handed to the Funeral Director as soon as possible after registration.
2.		White certificate, for Department of Work and Pensions.
		Please complete reverse of certificate and return to address provided.
3.		Death certificate, these can be obtained from the Registrar upon payment of the necessary fee. Certified copies will be needed for any of the following purposes, among others:-
		Bank and Building Society accounts.
		Life Insurance policies covered by the deceased.
		Dealing with shares owned by the deceased.
		Applying for a tax rebate.
		Private Pensions.
		Solicitor.

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