The laws governing Wills haven’t changed since 1837 — the year Queen Victoria took the throne. While we’ve embraced smartphones and digital lives, Will-making is still stuck in the past. But change is coming. The Law Commission’s 2025 proposals aim to modernise this outdated law with electronic Wills, lower age limits, and new protections. It’s a long-overdue update — but getting your Will right still needs expert advice.

Liam Payne died without a Will, meaning his young son Bear will inherit everything under a Bereaved Minor’s Trust — with ex-partner Cheryl Cole likely acting as Trustee. This trust holds the estate until Bear turns 18, when he’ll receive it all outright, regardless of readiness. It’s a stark reminder of why making a Will matters — to control who inherits, when, and how. Don’t leave it to chance — plan properly to protect your loved ones.

If you leave money to someone on benefits, it could jeopardise their entitlement to Universal Credit or other support. Trusts for disabled or vulnerable beneficiaries offer a safe, legal way to protect both the inheritance and their access to means-tested benefits. This blog explains how Trusts work, the risks of direct gifts or informal arrangements, and how to ensure your loved one is properly looked after — now and in the future.

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