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Coronavirus Act 2020 UK: Government powers to require assistance with death management explained

Coronavirus Act 2020 UK: Government powers to require assistance with death management explained

Apr 03, 2020
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Summary

As the tragedy of the Covid-19 crisis unfolds, the real estate sector should be aware that the  Coronavirus Act 2020 includes some important wide reaching powers in Schedule 28 to deal with the increasing number of coronavirus deaths. This is a difficult subject but the powers allow the Government or local authorities to requisition “anything” that could facilitate the transportation, storage or disposal of dead bodies or human remains. This means not only existing funeral or morgue operators, but also potentially any operators of suitable premises and transport/logistics networks as well as other services and facilities could be called on to assist. 

Please see our briefing in which we discuss the considerations for operators who may be approached by a local authority to assist on a voluntary basis or are issued with a direction under these powers.

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Meet The Team

Abigail Walters

Abigail Walters

Co-Author, London

+44 (0) 20 3400 4720
Paul Grace

Paul Grace

Co-Author, London

+44 (0) 20 3400 4478
Sam Burstall

Sam Burstall

Co-Author, London

+44 (0) 20 3400 4848
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