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Calls for Changes to Laws Protecting Adults with Incapacity

Legislation relating to adults with dementia, learning disabilities and other causes of incapacity is in need of significant reform, the Law Society of Scotland has claimed.

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Judge sets aside will on basis of undue influence

A judge ruled this week that a will drawn up by a frail 96 year old should be set aside, as it was drawn up when she was under the undue influence of one of her sons, reports the Telegraph.

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Wild cats receive generous bequest

American Gail Sheffield was so passionate about the welfare of local feral cats that she left them $400,000 in her will, reported the Advocate this week.

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Pensioners can face large tax bill in retirement

Increasing longevity means that pensioners can now expect to live up to 19 years on average past a retirement age of 65.

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Alternatives to Dilnot - report

The Dilnot proposals for reforming care funding in England are so flawed that the UK Government should look at alternatives to fund better care for our ageing population, according to a new report published by social enterprise United for All Ages.

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20 December 2023
Legal Services for the Elderly
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Legal Services for the Elderly
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