10 October 2023
Lawyers’ views are sought on proposed reforms that would allow wills to be made and stored electronically and on automatic revocation after marriage
The Law Commission published ‘Making a will: supplementary consultation paper’ last week. It is consulting on whether a forthcoming Wills Act should permit electronic wills, either immediately or at a later date via secondary legislation. It also seeks views on whether wills should continue to be revoked automatically by marriage or civil partnership, due to concerns about predatory marriages.
The Commission welcomes any evidence regarding the prevalence of predatory marriage, and is keen to gather opinions on what should be included in the formality requirements for electronic wills.
Responses to the consultation are due by 8 December.
