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CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Our response to the coronavirus outbreak is continuing – and our focus is on keeping critical services running, particularly those supporting vulnerable people.

We are currently working through the detail of the latest government announcements which affect Leicester city and parts of the county. 

Find out more about the support and guidance available, and any changes to our services.

Increased restrictions for Leicester and parts of Leicestershire announced 

Important links

Affected council services 

Advice and support on Coronavirus (Covid-19)

How you can help 

Sign up for Coronavirus updates 

Register a death

All deaths must be registered within 5 days

Registering a death

Registering a death during pandemic (COVID-19)   PDF,  127 kbOpens new window

Bereavement support during Coronavirus   PDF,  350 kbOpens new window

Bereavement support during Coronavirus - easy read leaflet   PDF,  3 mbOpens new window

All deaths must be registered within 5 days. This includes weekends and bank holidays.

Day of deathLatest registration day
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TuesdayFriday
WednesdayMonday
ThursdayTuesday
FridayWednesday
SaturdayThursday
SundayFriday

You can register a death that took place in Leicestershire (not Leicester City) by booking an appointment at any of our registration offices.

Currently our process to register a death is by phone only. Call 0116 305 6565 to speak to Registrars or email registration@leics.gov.uk if you are not able to telephone.

After registering a death you’ll be able to use GOV.UK’s online Tell us Once service, which will notify most government organisations in one go.

Age UK have information on other organisations you will also need to notify, such as utility companies.

Useful links

Cruse

If you need support dealing with bereavement and grief during the coronavirus outbreak, Cruse (national bereavement charity) has information on their website.

The National Bereavement Partnership - COVID-19 Hub

The partnership provides a platform for associated practical advice services, support assistance and where needed, counselling to all those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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