Made under the Colonial Probates Act 1892
1 statutory instrument made using powers in the Colonial Probates Act 1892, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.
The Non-Contentious Probate (Amendment) Rules 2025
- Department: Ministry of Justice
- Made under: Senior Courts Act 1981, Colonial Probates Act 1892
Amendments were made to the Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987 to improve probate procedures in England and Wales, including mandating online applications for certain grants and clarifying dispute resolution processes.
The Non-Contentious Probate (Amendment) Rules 2025, effective November 3rd, 2025, amend the 1987 rules governing probate in England and Wales.
Key changes include mandating online applications for grants to trust corporations, establishing a priority order for resolving disputes between equally entitled applicants, streamlining processes for solicitors in Scotland working in England and Wales, and updating forms and procedures to improve efficiency and clarity.
The amendments aim to modernize probate procedures by increasing use of an online portal.