Covid-19 public inquiry: final Terms of Reference published
Terms of Reference adjusted to include bereavement support
New powers to investigate stillbirths
Over the years there have been calls from bereaved parents, charities and others for a more transparent and independent process for determining the causes of, and learning from, stillbirths. The government has now launched a consultation on proposals to...
Supporting carers before and after a death – call for practice
Do you have an example to share of good practice in supporting carers before and after a death? If so, we would like to hear from you. The death of someone close brings huge changes and challenges. For those...
Returning to work after time out for caring
This government consultation wants to know more about the experiences of people who want to return to work, employers’ experiences of recruiting these people and other evidence on the barriers that they face and the support available to them....
Social Fund’s Funeral Expenses Payment Scheme Reforms
This consultation presents proposed reforms to the Funeral Expenses Payments scheme, and asks for feedback on the changes. The package of reforms is largely focused on clarifying issues around eligibility and making the process for claiming Funeral Expenses Payments...