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An update on the upcoming increase to lasting power of attorney fees.
More than 100,000 baby loss certificates have now been issued to parents who have lost a pregnancy, allowing them to formally recognise their loss.
FTSE Women Leaders Review and UK Government publish latest report on women in leadership roles at FTSE350 companies.
Alison Sansome appointed as non-executive Board Chair for the Office of the Public Guardian.
Veronika Neyer appointed as non-executive director for the Office of the Public Guardian.
The UK chief pharmaceutical officers have given advice to help pharmacists and pharmacy technicians wanting to take part in the assisted dying debate.
The UK chief nursing officers have given advice to help nurses and midwives wanting to take part in the assisted dying debate.
New general and special visitors supporting work delivered by the Office of the Public Guardian
The UK chief medical officers and NHS England National Medical Director have given advice to help doctors wanting to take part in the assisted dying debate.
The CMA has published an open letter to unregulated providers of will writing, online divorce and pre-paid probate services outlining their consumer law obligations.
All parents who have experienced losing a pregnancy can apply for a certificate formally recognising their loss, the government has announced.
Child maintenance consultation extended to allow more time for engagement from external organisations.
A reflection on the life of the former Government Actuary, Martin Clarke, who has passed away after a period in hospital.
To strengthen safeguards, medical examiners will look at the cause of death in all cases that have not been referred to the coroner.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Baby loss certificates for parents who experienced a loss of pregnancy before 24 weeks are now available for application from 9am today (22 February 2024).
Greig Early appointed as non-executive director for the Office of the Public Guardian
Tottenham Park Cemetery in Enfield is facing closure after owners repeatedly failed to make necessary improvements to ensure the safety of burials.
New measures to help protect the public and support bereaved families will be introduced in a revamp of how deaths are certified.
Families could be given a greater role in the registering of their loved one’s death following an inquest under a planned Government consultation.
The most vulnerable in society will be better protected as reforms to simplify and streamline lasting powers of attorney are given Royal Assent.
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