HM Coroner
Her Majesty's Coroner for the City of Liverpool is André Rebello B.Sc. (Hons.) Solicitor.
What is the role of the Coroner?
The role of the Coroner is to record and investigate all sudden, unexpected and violent deaths and deaths whilst in lawful custody. You must report a sudden, violent or unexpected death to the Coroners Office.
What happens when a death is reported to the Coroner?
The Coroner may order a post-mortem examination to discover the cause of death. The Coroner may also hold an inquest, which is an investigation into the circumstances leading up to the death.
What is the function of an inquest?
The function of an inquest is to record:
- Who the deceased was
- When, where and how he or she came by the medical cause of death
A conclusion is reached and the Coroner records the details required for the registration of the death. It is not the function of an inquest to determine any question of civil or criminal liability on the part of a named person.
Service statement
The Coroner's office undertakes at all times to uphold the law and carry out the duties of Office without fear or favour, affection or ill will. We aim to provide a caring efficient service, making all decisions with respect and dignity for the deceased. Compassion and consideration will be shown to members of family and friends, at what will be a most stressful time. Our priority is to serve all people of Liverpool and visitors to the city.
Additional information about this service can be found by accessing the Coroner's Charter![(PDF [231.4Kb] opens in new window)](/images/PDF.gif)
Contact us
For reporting and investigating sudden deaths, including enquires about inquests, please contact:
Post
City of Liverpool Coroner's Court
The Cotton Exchange
Old Hall Street
Liverpool
L3 9UF
Opening Times
The office is open from 8.30 to 16.15 Monday to Friday.
Outside the usual office hours, sudden, violent and unexpected deaths should be reported through any police officer.
Telephone
Coroner's Officers can be contacted on 0151 233 4701/4702/4703/4704/4705/4706/4707
Administration staff can be contacted on 0151 233 4709/4713/4714
The Coroner can be contacted on his personal pager should anyone need to speak with him outside normal working hours.
Pager: 07623 977 846 (24 Hours)
From time to time the Coroner may be on leave and unable to accept calls to his pager. If a response is not received within 30 minutes, his Deputy can be contacted through Merseyside Police.
Fax
0151 233 4710