Family bereavement

Family bereavement can be not only sad but difficult. You may need to register a death and make funeral arrangements, and may face financial strain.

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Family bereavement - overview

Family bereavement can be not only sad but difficult. You may need to register a death and make funeral arrangements, and may face financial strain.

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FAQs

Family bereavement FAQs

Family bereavement can be not only sad but difficult. You may need to register a death and make funeral arrangements, and may face financial strain.

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How to manage funeral debts

Rising funeral costs and funeral debt is a growing problem. Read our explanation and find out what support is available

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What to do when someone dies

The death of a family member is an upsetting situation. This short article will take you through the various steps involved in making suitable arrangements

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Wills and probate glossary

A useful glossary to help you understand the legal jargon used when trying to deal with creating or executing a will and other probate issues