Tell Us Once

What is the Tell Us Once service?

During the upsetting and stressful time of losing someone, you will need to notify many government agencies. With your permission, the free and optional Tell Us Once service allows you to tell all those government agencies in one go.

How do I use the service?

Before using the service, you will need to register the death. During the appointment the registrar will give you a unique reference number and advise you about how to use the service.

Who does the Tell Us Once service notify?

 

•    Assisted Waste
•    Council housing
•    Council tax
•    Electoral services
•    Housing Benefit
•    Licences and permits
•    Owe payments to council
•    His Majesty’s Passport Service (HMPO)
•    Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
•    Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
•    His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
•    Public Sector Pension Services
 

For more information on the Tell Us Once service please see the video below from the Department of Work and Pensions: