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Find out about local procedures, burials and cremations, and returning the body to the UK.
Information and advice if a friend or family member has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or has died in suspicious circumstances in the Philippines
Management of British armed forces casualties and compassionate cases 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Guidance for people with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19, or a positive test result for COVID-19.
Information and advice if a friend or family member has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or has died in suspicious circumstances in Jamaica.
Bereavement Support Payment is money you can get if your partner dies - how it works, eligibility, what you'll get, how to claim.
Advice on actions you may need to take and the support available from the FCDO and others when a British person dies abroad.
Information and advice if a friend or family member has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or has died in suspicious circumstances in Barbados.
If someone dies without a will or known family, their ownerless property (bona vacantia) goes to the crown - check if you're an entitled relative, search for an estate, refer or claim on an estate
In 2023, the SIA gave 1000 Black Boys CIC £10,000 to inspire and support young black men and their families.
Check what to do after a death - how to register the death, notify government departments and deal with the estate.
Understanding the role of the Marine accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) if you've lost a loved one as result of a marine accident.
Information to support your recovery after COVID-19.
Your legal right to time off to care for dependants - when you can take time off, how long you get, your rights
Explore the impact of parental conflict on children and young people.
Offenders in Wales with low-level mental health issues will be required to address them as part of a government scheme to tackle a major root cause of crime.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in Cuba, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in France, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
Information and advice if a family member or friend has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or died in suspicious circumstances in Thailand.
Bereavement compensation information for when a service person's or veteran's death is predominantly caused by His Majesty's Armed Forces service on or after 6 April 2005.
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