Web Resources

As an active member of the Credit Services Association and Debt Buyers and Sellers Group, Phillips & Cohen Associates (UK), Ltd. is committed to providing unbiased and educational information to our clients and the public.

The following links offer access to websites that may provide additional information about our industry and the collection process in various jurisdictions as well as specific circumstances:

Industry Associations / Regulators

Industry Links

Probate Related Resources and Support

Probate & Inheritance tax helpline
T: 0845 302 0900 Mon-Fri 0900-1700
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk
Provided by HMRC and can send forms for probate by post as well as answering general queries.

The Probate Service

http://www.hmcourts-service.gov.uk/infoabout/civil/probate/index.htm
Part of HMCS which issues probate documentation. Forms are available to downloaded from this site. Addresses are provided for local probate registries.

Additional Emotional Support

The Samaritans
T: 08457 90 90 90
http://www.samaritans.org/

Support helpline available 24/7 for anyone in distress, particularly those who are feeling suicidal.

Cruse Bereavement Care

T: 0844 477 9400 Mon-Fri 0930-1700
helpline@cruse.org.uk
http://www.crusebereavementcare.org.uk/
Provides focused bereavement support through local branches - numbers for local branches are available on the website.

Practical Advice

Citizens Advice

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/
This site gives information and links to free local Citizens Advice Offices.

Directgov - public services all in one place

http://www.direct.gov.uk/
Government site listing all UK national and local government services.

The Bereavement Register
T: 0870 600 7222
http://www.thebereavementregister.org.uk//
This allows you to register the name and address of the deceased and help prevent receipt of direct mail.