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It is difficult to find a reason not to make a will, yet it is surprising how many people neglect this part of future planning and then leave their loved ones to pick up the pieces. In England if you die without a valid will, the courts will decide what happens to your possessions – not your family or friends. This often means that your wishes are not carried out and it can cause rifts within families.

For nearly 500 years the Church of England has been encouraging people to make wills, (not very successfully some would say!) and the Book of Common Prayer has a specific reminder to “settle their estates whilst they are in good health”. They are conducting a campaign to encourage people of all ages to think about their will and regularly update it if circumstances change. I know from my own experience how vital it is to make provision for my children in the event of my death, it will not just happen if you have not thought it out!.

The Alford Group of Churches have produced a leaflet giving information about will making and have appointed a will coordinator to give basic guidance, but the best way to make a will is to see a solicitor.

The Church of England are also asking you to consider including a legacy to the church in your will. This is not a new idea and many such gifts in the past have transformed the work of the parish or enabled our many splendid church buildings to be maintained. Christians are particularly generous in their lifetimes and should be no different in death.

If you want more information, or details of free wills for people over 55 years of age, contact me on 490318.

David Simcox