When you’re up to your eyeballs in packing boxes, it’s easy to forget to organise the finer details, such as updating everyone who needs to know about the move. So, we’ve put together this handy list for your convenience.

First, set up essential utilities and cover for your new home. This includes informing current and future:

Gas, electric and water suppliers
Phone and broadband providers
Home and contents cover
Travel, life, health and pet insurance companies

Next, get your finances in order by contacting:

Your bank/building society
Credit and debit card companies
Any loan, pension or bond providers
HMRC and DWP
Solicitors, property managers or tenants

Your workplace and/or educational institutions you or your family attend also need to know your new address, so don’t forget to:

Inform your employer
Update schools and universities
Contact the Student Loan Company

Once you’ve moved, contact local healthcare providers, such as a nearby doctor, dentist, and optician (and veterinary clinic if relevant). Let your gym or health club know if you have a membership.

If you own a car, you’ll also need to update the DVLA so they can renew your driving licence and your V5C Vehicle Logbook. Remember to contact your car insurance and breakdown insurance providers, too.

Other companies and services to update/cancel include: