Bereavement benefits

If your husband, wife or civil partner has died in the last year, you may be entitled to some special benefits.

Bereavement payments

Depending on your circumstances, you might be able to claim one or more of the following:

• bereavement payment

• widowed parent's allowance

• bereavement allowance.

You might also be entitled to a funeral payment to help to pay for the funeral.

Find detailed information on various bereavement benefits that you might be entitled to claim.

Benefits

Remember that a death in the household may also affect any benefits that are being claimed. Speak to a benefits adviser if you need further information.