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<p /> <p>Although the Data Protection Act does not apply to deceased persons’ personal
data, rules of confidentiality continue to apply. DWP’s policy is that if someone
enquires about a deceased person only the date of death may be disclosed unless the
written consent of the executor or administrator, or a close relative if of no executor
or administrator exists, has been obtained.</p><p> </p><p>Section 123 of the Social
Security Act 1992 makes it a criminal offence to disclose social security information
(including information relating to deceased customers) without lawful authority.</p><p><strong>
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