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Cohabitants' rights - changes when their partner dies and leaves no will: consultation - easy read version
Easy read version of family law consultation about cohabitants' rights when one dies and does not leave a will.
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This consultation closed 21 April 2026.
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Question 2
We know that the 6 month time limit can make it hard for someone to apply.
2. What other difficulties do people have when they are applying for their partner’s money or belongings after they have died leaving no will?
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