Petition · Ministry of Justice
Create a 24/7 death certification, burial, and repatriation service
Closed
78 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the UK Government to provide a 24/7 death certification, burial, and repatriation service to prevent delays during weekends, holidays, or bank holidays. In urgent cases, especially those involving religious, cultural, or humanitarian needs, we think on-call emergency support is essential.
We think timely arrangements reduce emotional distress and allow grieving families to observe important traditions with dignity and peace of mind. For families needing to return loved ones to their country of origin, we think swift repatriation is not only a logistical necessity but also a deeply meaningful act of respect.
Timeline
| 6 Jun 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 6 Dec 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
78
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
6 Jun 2025
Closed
6 Dec 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Aug 2026.