If someone is born or dies, it needs to be registered.
Register a birth
Births in Scotland must be registered within 21 days.
Registrations are done over the phone. You'll need to book an appointment at the Dumbarton Registrars.
Read more about registering a birth on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.
Scotland's Baby Box
Every baby born in Scotland is entitled to a free Baby Box. This box contains essential items like clothing, a changing mat, bath towel and thermometer.
The box can also be used for sleeping as it comes with a mattress, mattress protector and a fitted sheet.
You can find out more about Scotland's Baby Box on the ParentClub website.
Register a death
Deaths in Scotland must be registered within 8 days.
Registrations are done over the phone. The Registrars will contact you once they've been told about the death by a medical practice or hospital.
Read more about registering a death on the West Dunbartonshire Council website.
Arranging a funeral
It's best to start arranging a funeral as soon as possible. You might want to check first whether the person who died wanted to be buried or cremated.
The person who died might have left papers that say what they want to happen or what kind of funeral service they'd want to have. They also might have had a funeral plan to pay for it.
Read more about how to arrange a funeral on mygov.scot.