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Details of the support available for families that have lost a child.

First published:
22 March 2021
Last updated:

Fees for child burials or cremations: guidance for local authorities

Explains funding and arrangements for local government to not charge for the burial of children.

Child burial and cremation fees: Memorandum of Understanding

The agreement to not charge burial and cremation fees for children under the age of 18 in Wales.

Child funeral and other related costs: information

Information on the arrangements in place to help with funeral costs for children under the age of 18 in Wales from April 2021.

Child funeral and other related costs: leaflet

Information for bereaved families on the support available to help with funeral costs for children under the age of 18 in Wales from April 2021.

Child burial and cremations: impact assessments

Impact assessments on the support available for families that have lost a child.