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 Here’s a summary of the procedure for registering a death and arranging cremation in Leicester, depending on whether the death occurs at home or in a hospital:

Scenario 1: Death Occurs at Home

1. Confirm the Death:
Call the deceased’s GP or an out-of-hours medical service to confirm the death. A doctor will issue a Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD).
2. Contact a Funeral Director:
Engage a funeral director to help with the next steps, including transporting the deceased to a funeral home or arranging a cremation.
3. Register the Death:
      •   Book an appointment with Leicester City Council’s Registrar of Births, Deaths, and Marriages within five days of the death.
      •   Bring the MCCD and details about the deceased (name, date of birth, place of birth, etc.).
      •   The registrar will issue a Certificate for Burial or Cremation (Green Form) and certified copies of the death certificate (for a fee).
4. Arrange Cremation:
      •   Provide the Green Form to the crematorium or funeral director.
      •   If cremation is chosen, the doctor will also provide a cremation form (Form 4). A second doctor will complete Form 5. These are needed for cremation authorization.
5. Cremation Service:
Book a service with Leicester’s crematorium (e.g., Gilroes Crematorium), provide the required documents, and finalize arrangements.

Scenario 2: Death Occurs in Hospital

1. Confirm the Death:
Hospital staff will confirm the death and notify the next of kin.
2. Obtain the MCCD:
The hospital’s bereavement office will issue the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD).
3. Register the Death:
      •   Arrange an appointment with the Leicester registrar, as above, within five days.
      •   Provide the MCCD and the deceased’s personal details.
      •   Obtain the Certificate for Burial or Cremation (Green Form).
4. Arrange Cremation:
      •   Contact a funeral director or Leicester’s crematorium directly to organize the cremation.
      •   The hospital may assist with completing cremation forms (Forms 4 and 5).
5. Cremation Service:
Provide all required documents and finalize the service details.

Key Points for Both Scenarios

   •   Registration must occur within five days unless a coroner’s involvement delays the process.
   •   If a coroner is involved (e.g., unexpected death), they may issue forms directly for cremation.
   •   Leicester residents typically use Gilroes Crematorium for cremation services.

Ensure to contact Leicester City Council or a professional funeral director for guidance throughout the process.
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