Register the death. If the deathâs been reported to a coroner (Procurator Fiscal in Scotland) you canât register the death until the coroner gives permission.Otherwise use the register a death tool to find out if you can register the death yourself and to see what you need to do. Print entire guide.f the deathâs been reported to a coroner (Procurator Fiscal in Scotland) you canât register the death until the coroner gives permission.