From 11 April 2022, the way citizens contact Bereavement Services has changed. Citizens will now be able to access the following bereavement services through a single phone number 0800 151 2012:
- Report a death, provide information and find out what support is available following a bereavement
- Make a new or, manage an existing claim for Bereavement Benefit or Bereavement Support Payment
- Make a new or, manage an existing claim for Funeral Expenses Payments
- Request State Pension updates following the death of a spouse or civil partner