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Written question asked by Christopher Chope (Conservative) on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 July 2026 (named day). It was answered by Catherine Atkinson (Labour) on Thursday, 16 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Justice.


Probate

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, when will the probate application 1763-9735-8436-3140, submitted by David Bull on 24 November 2025, in respect of Beryl Patricia Bull, be granted.

Answer

HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has checked the application referred to. The application cannot currently be granted as further enquiries need to be made before a grant can be issued.

HMCTS apologises for the delay in progressing this application. The applicant is being updated and, once the relevant enquiries have been completed, the application will be processed as quickly as possible.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17945
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Applications Probate
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk