The Gazette

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1 May 2019

Katie Alsop explains the best course of action when dealing with problem executors.

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10 April 2019

It’s one thing to be nudged to wish a contact a happy birthday, but what can be done to prevent reminders about a relative or friend who has died?

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4 April 2019

People will have more time to apply for probate at a lower cost, as the planned sliding scale of fees has been delayed and the date for it to come into force has not yet been set. 

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4 April 2019

When life (and legislation) changes, which is best? Linda Cummins explains the pros and cons of each option.

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2 April 2019

When someone has died, notifying multiple financial institutions can be stressful and repetitive, at an already difficult time. A free service wants to make things easier. Stuart Simpson explains.  

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11 March 2019

What are the key considerations if you’re looking to pay for and plan a funeral ahead of time? Graeme McAusland, of the Funeral Planning Authority, explains.

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4 March 2019

HMCTS is issuing a new style of grant of probate certificates.

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28 February 2019

Rita Leat, chief executive, explains the ethos and role of the IoP.

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26 February 2019

One in four people would challenge the bequests in the will of a loved one if they were unhappy with the division of the estate, according to recent research.

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19 February 2019

When is a will not a will? Solicitor Nick Flower outlines the various forms that an unconventional will can take, and discusses the potential validity of each.