Petition · Ministry of Justice
Create a national register of wills & require all wills to be registered
Closed
52 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the Government to create a government-backed national register of wills and make will registration mandatory in the UK. We are concerned that without this, a valid will may not be followed. We register births, deaths and property — we believe wills should be no different.
Each year, many families apply for probate without knowing whether a valid will exists. The risk of lost, hidden or disputed wills can cause delays, distress, and legal battles. As will writers & estate planners, we’ve seen this harm first-hand. We believe a national register could offer clarity, reduce fraud, and protect legacies.
Timeline
| 2 Jun 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 2 Dec 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
52
Status
Closed
Department
Ministry of Justice
Opened
2 Jun 2025
Closed
2 Dec 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 19 Aug 2026.