What to do?
What to do when somebody dies at home
- Contact the family doctor
- Contact the nearest relative of the deceased
- Only contact the Police if the death was violent, accidental or if there are any unusual circumstances surrounding the death. If the police are called, do not touch or remove anything in the room
What to do when somebody dies in hospital
The Charge Nurse responsible will tell the nearest relative and give them advice about what to do
For more information on what to do when someone dies view the Direct Gov Website
