Research by Will Aid has found only half of UK adults have made a will and shockingly over two-thirds of UK parents have not named a guardian for their children should they die. GPs may be under the impression that once a family know about their ‘wishes’ they are respected after death, but sadly this isn’t the case unless you make a will.
With so many affordable and straightforward ways to create a will, there’s no reason to put it off.
Many charities offer free will-writing all year round for those over 18. More details here: How to make a will for free – Which?
