A death can be registered by:
- A spouse or relative of the person who has died.
- The partner of the person who has died.
- Any person who was present at the death.
- The occupier of the place where the death took place. If he or she was aware that the death had taken place.
- Any person arranging the funeral, not including the funeral director.
- The personal representative of the person who has died, such as a solicitor.
The closest relative by either blood or marriage is responsible for registering a death. The registrar normally allows other listed persons to register a death, only if no relatives are available.
Please note: Only one informant is needed to complete the registration. You can bring another person with you, but only two people are allowed into the interview room. Anyone else will be asked to wait outside. We do not have room in the building for groups of people to wait.
The Registrar will ask you questions relating to the deceased. The details you give will be entered in the register. You will need to know:
- Date and place of death.
- Name and surname of the deceased.
- Maiden surname, if the deceased was a woman who had married.
- Date and place of birth.
- Occupation.
- Name and occupation of spouse or civil partner, if applicable.
- Usual address.
- Whether the deceased got a pension or allowance, from public funds.
- Date of birth of surviving spouse or civil partner, if applicable.
It would be helpful if you can email these details to register.office@calderdale.gov.uk, before your appointment. (Please quote your booking reference in the email.)
Note: It is most important that the details recorded in the death register are correct. The registrar will check the information you give carefully with you. Once a registration is complete, a fee is payable to amend any incorrect information that has been recorded.
For more details, contact: Calderdale Register Office.