Wedlake Bell Insights

    • In Trust
    • Jan 21, 2025

    Funeral arrangements and disposition of remains: A need for reform?

    The tragic case of Read v Hoarean & Anor [2024] EWCH 3274 (Ch) has highlighted that the law governing the disposition of loved ones remains is inconclusive and unfit for modern needs. The Law Commission is currently reviewing this area

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    • Insights
    • Mar 2, 2023

    Wills and Probate Monthly Update – March 2023

    A round-up of legal updates for the Wills and probate industry over the past month is as follows. Estate administration – change to the legal definition of “treasure” The government has announced that the legal definition of “treasure” in the

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