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Thank you to Jess Ten-Kate, Partnership Campaign Manager for Dignity Funerals, who has contributed this month’s guest article discussing direct cremation. Find out what direct cremation is, why this form of funeral is becoming more popular, and how choosing a...

During this October’s Free Wills Month, you may be considering writing or amending your will to make sure your wishes are documented for the future. But what happens to your will after you’ve written it? If you’re an executor of...

The death of someone close while they are overseas is likely to be a huge shock. Whether you are with them at the time or have remained at home in the UK, the prospect of navigating bereavement and death administration...

Death Administration: Managing an estate after someone has died (Part 2) Part 1 of this series looked at the role of a personal representative, what makes up an estate and what happens to it after someone dies, and managing the...

Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 (11th – 17th May 2026) focuses on the theme of “Action”, recognising that real change comes when we take action to boost mental health and build mentally healthy communities. Bereavement and grief contribute significantly to...

If someone close has died and you’re responsible for dealing with their estate, the administration involved can feel overwhelming. In the first of our 2-part series, we look at what to expect, the actions to take, and where to find...

Thank you to Clare Evans, Product and Customer Experience Manager at Distinct Cremations, who has contributed this month’s guide to organising and paying for a funeral. Clare has worked in the end-of-life sector for more than a decade at some...

Do you know what will happen to your estate when you die? Wills aren’t just for the wealthy. No matter your circumstances, it’s essential for everyone to plan ahead, knowing that your wishes are clearly set out and protecting the...

Last month, we looked at the process of probate – the legal right to handle someone’s money, property and possessions after their death – and what happens when the person who has died has made a Will. But what happens...

The Financial Conduct Authority has published its findings following a comprehensive review of how banks and buildings societies, as well as other firms in the financial services sector, treat those customers who are identified as being “in vulnerable circumstances”. In...