R.GREAVES & Co.

All deaths must be registered within five days, unless the Coroner is involved. In order to register the death, you need to make an appointment with the local registrar in the district where the death occurred (see 'Useful Contacts' below).

The Registrar will require the following:
 

* The deceased's full name, date and place of birth, former occupation and home address

* The date and place of death

* If married, the date of birth of the deceased's surviving spouse

* The medical certificate of cause of death

* NHS medical card (if available)

* Birth and marriage certificates (if available / relevant)

The registrar will issue you with a Green Certificate for burial or cremation, which is required before a funeral can take place.

The registrar will also be able to give you copies of the Entry of Death. These are required when dealing with bank accounts and insurance policies of the deceased.

If a death has been referred to the Coroner, then the registration process is slightly different. We are happy to advise you on the process if required.