Useful links
Below is a list of links that we have used through this guidance. You may find it useful.
Bereavement services email address: bereavement.services@birmingham.gov.uk
Register a death
Buying death certificates after the first appointment
The Birmingham City Council coroner’s service
GOV.UK information on what happens when a death is reported to the coroner
The government Tell Us Once service
Arrange the funeral
Contact details for the cemeteries and crematoria run by us
Arranging the burial or scattering of ashes yourself
Arrange a burial at short notice
Costs
Government help with funeral costs
Birmingham City Council funeral costs
When there is no money to pay for the funeral or nobody to arrange it
Emotional support
Organisations that can help you with bereavement and loss
Page last updated: 27 January 2024
