Relatives or friends of a man who passed away recently are being asked to get in touch with the City of Wolverhampton Council's Court of Protection Team so that his funeral can be arranged.

David Francis Phillips, who was 73, had been living in the Wolverhampton area for many years.

Anyone who is related to Mr Phillips, or has any information which may help trace his relatives, is asked to call Protection and Funerals Officer Elaine Thursfield on 07771 836846 or email her via elaine.thursfield@wolverhampton.gov.uk(link sends email), or Diane Washbrook on 07967 769826. Alternatively please email court.ofprotection@wolverhampton.gov.uk(link sends email).

The council makes appeals of this nature as it believes that families and acquaintances of the deceased should be notified and be given the opportunity to get involved with the funeral arrangements, should they wish to.