Information for witnesses This page is to help witnesses to understand more about the work of the Birmingham and Solihull Coroner and the process they will follow when they investigate a death. Why you may be asked to be a witness for a Coroner Writing a witness statement for the Coroner Guidance on giving evidence at an inquest Claiming travel expenses for attending an inquest Other useful links Coroner witness statements from Care or Nursing Home managersAttendance allowances for medical practitionersHow to get to the Coroner's Court