Planned rise in probate fees shelved
The controversial plans to raise the fees payable on making a grant of probate have been shelved, ahead of the general election. These may be revisited in the future.
Triple finance blow for those grieving
Changes to Bereavement Payments, Widowed Parent’s Allowance and Bereavement Allowance are the latest in a number of measures that target those already struggling to cope with both their grief and the financial impact of losing their partner.
Probate fee hike to go ahead
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed that the Government’s plans to increase non-contentious probate fees from May 2017 will go ahead.