Guidance

Update for coroners on death certification reforms

Updated document on 5 October with minor changes on Death Certification Reforms (DCR)

Applies to England

Documents

Death certification reforms in England and Wales update for coroners

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Details

This update has been prepared for coroners to respond to frequently asked questions about the proposed reforms to death certification. It may also be of interest to other services and groups.

An extended version of the death certification reforms update, which includes supporting notes is available on request from the death certification programme at deathcertification@dh.gsi.gov.uk if required.

Published 28 September 2012