New Welsh death certification process causes weeks-long delays, upsetting families.

A new death certification system in Wales, introduced in response to the Harold Shipman murders, requires all non-coroner deaths to be reviewed by a medical examiner before issuing a death certificate. This has led to significant processing delays, extending from one week to up to three weeks, leaving families in limbo and delaying funerals. The Welsh government has apologized and is working to address the issues.

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