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The Inquest Handbook: A Guide For Bereaved Family, Friends and Advisors – INQUEST

INQUEST have developed this resources to help anyone who has experienced a bereavement, or is supporting someone who has, where an inquest is to be held. An inquest is an investigation into a death which appears to be due to unknown, violent or unnatural causes. It is likely that an inquest will take place after a suicide. This guide will give you information about the inquest procedure and what will happen over the next few months.