TO mark Dying Matters Week, Warrington CCG hosted a series of 'Death Talk' workshops last week to challenge the taboos surrounding death and dying.

Open to all, the sessions were held in an informal setting at various locations across town where people were able to have their questions surrounding death and dying answered.

Staff also were able to signpost people for further advice and guidance if required.

Doctor Sue Burke, clinical lead for end of life services for NHS Warrington CCG said: “Every year 1 per cent of the general population will die, with death being able to be predicted in 75 per cent of these people.

“Everyone should be entitled to a 'good' death, a dignified death where their hopes, wishes and requests are known, respected and fulfilled and their loved ones are cared for and supported." Dame Cicely Saunders, the founder of the Hospice movement added: "How someone dies remains in the memory of those they leave behind forever.

"These workshops are an opportunity to raise awareness about this sensitive subject and offer people a safe space to talk about their plans, hopes and wishes for a good, dignified death."