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What to do after a death

Information on registering a death, arranging a funeral, dealing with property and organisations which can provide further help and counselling.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/family/death-and-wills/what-to-do-after-a-deat…
Citizens Advice
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Debts after death

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.

https://nationaldebtline.org/get-information/guides/debts-after-death-ew/?
National Debtline
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What to do when someone dies

This guide explains what steps you need to take, and who you should notify in the weeks and months after someone dies. 

https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/family-and-care/death-and-bereavement/what-to-…
MoneyHelper
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Dealing with an estate (PDF)

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. 

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/globalassets/age-uk/documents/factsheets/fs14_dealing_w…
Age Cymru
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Wills

Making a will, searching for a will, changing a will, destroying a will and challenging a will.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/family/death-and-wills/wills/
Citizens Advice
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Do you need help with an inquest?

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'.

https://www.avma.org.uk/help-advice/inquests/
Action against Medical Accidents (AVMA)
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INQUEST

Offers support and information to help bereaved families facing an inquest, especially into deaths in custody.

https://www.inquest.org.uk/
INQUEST
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The Inquest handbook

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)

http://info.inquest.org.uk/handbook/
INQUEST
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