Losing a loved one is always hard, and sometimes it can come with some unexpected high costs. Recent figures show that a funeral using a funeral director costs, on average, £3,837.
However, there is help available for those who need it in these incredibly tough times. The DWP’s bereavement support fund is there to help widows and widowers and many may not know they are entitled to the cash.
Here’s everything you need to know about the fund, including how much you could get and whether you could be eligible for it.
