Inform Dependancies

You should inform the relevant following groups on occurence of death:

  • The Family Doctor and or the Hospital. (if not already aware)
  • The Bank or Building Society. (Accounts need updated or closed)
  • The Inland Revenue. (Possible tax Rebate)
  • Any employer, school, college or university.
  • Social Services. (Important to cancel any benefits)
  • Social Security. (Widows may be entilitled to some benefit depending on circumstances)
  • Investment and Insurance Companies.
    • Investments.
    • Insurance Policies: (check car insurance with insurer)
  • Credit Card and Store Card Companies.
  • Oil, Gas, Electric, Telephone, Satellite, etc…
  • Professional Associations.
  • The Local Authority.
  • Post Office. (May need to redirect post)