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Member Since: December 2002 Posts: 6 Send Message	Jodash	Report	1 Jan 2010 20:45
Member Since: December 2002 Posts: 6 Send Message	What is the etiquette on replying to requests asking for relatives still alive thks
Member Since: May 2007 Posts: 62 Send Message	Margaret	Report	1 Jan 2010 21:12
Member Since: May 2007 Posts: 62 Send Message	not sure of correct procedure but I would want to know the relationship /reasons etc. of those asking -then check with the living relatives before giving any information
Member Since: August 2009 Posts: 771 Send Message	TheLadyInRed	Report	1 Jan 2010 21:18
Member Since: August 2009 Posts: 771 Send Message	ask yourself the question - would you be happy for somoene else to pass on your details in this situation? If not, then you don't either
Member Since: November 2003 Posts: 2,610 Send Message	Janet 693215	Report	1 Jan 2010 21:28
	I would say it is an absolute no no. You could however ask the enquirer if they would like you to pass their contact details to the relative concerned.
Member Since: December 2002 Posts: 6 Send Message	Jodash	Report	2 Jan 2010 06:53
Member Since: December 2002 Posts: 6 Send Message	many thanks for all the answers which I have taken on board