NATIONAL WILL WEEK

Early day motion 2830, tabled 23 October 2006 by Simon Hughes (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 41 members.

That this House welcomes National Will Week organised by Lawpack Publishing Ltd which starts on 23rd October 2006; notes that making a will is a relatively simple process; expresses its deep concern that currently two-thirds of United Kingdom residents do not have a will and that many residents die intestate; highlights that having a valid will in place is essential in order to ensure control of how an estate is divided; is alarmed that many United Kingdom residents do not understand the importance of having a will and the potential repercussions of dying without one; and calls on the Government to do all it can to raise awareness of National Will Week and the importance for all United Kingdom residents of making a will.

Signatures by party: Labour 16, Liberal Democrat 15, Conservative 4, DUP 4, Scottish National Party 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.