Introduction
When someone dies there are many decisions and arrangements to be made. Unfortunately these often have to be made at a time of personal distress. This supplement “What to do after a death in Scotland” gives extra information on help you can get from social security if a death occurs in Scotland. Leaflet D49S “What to do after a death in Scotland: social security supplement” is available from Jobcentre Plus offices, Jobcentres, social security offices and local registration offices in Scotland.
“What to do after a death in Scotland” is available in Scotland from local registration offices, Citizens Advice Bureaux, Jobcentre Plus offices, Jobcentres, social security offices or from:
Scottish Executive Justice Department
Area 2WR
St Andrew's House
Edinburgh
EH1 3XD
Telephone: 0131 244 2193
website: www.scotland.gov.uk
If the death occurs in England or Wales you should get leaflet D49 “What to do after a death in England and Wales” from a register office, Jobcentre Plus office, Jobcentre or social security office. This document gives general guidance only and should not be treated as a complete and authoritative statement of the law.