NBC Green Burial Order Survey

Since the introduction of the Statutory Death Reform, concerns have arisen regarding the issuance of the Green Burial Order (Certificate for Burial or Cremation). In some areas, this certificate can be obtained before registration, while in others it can only be issued after registration.

Given the additional scrutiny from the Medical Examiner and the possibility of the Certificate of cause of death (MCCD) being issued in the afternoon, it would be advantageous if the Green Burial Order could be issued before registration to facilitate same-day burials where possible.

Please provide the requested information so that NBC can analyse national data on this matter. This will assist NBC in addressing the issue with the General Registrar’s Office.

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Green Burial Order
What arrangements are in place for Registrars issuing Green Burial Forms during normal hours?
What arrangements are in place for Registrars issuing Green Burial Forms during out-of-hours?

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