Written question asked by Lord Murphy of Torfaen (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 August 2026. It was answered by Lord Pitt-Watson (Labour) on Thursday, 30 July 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.
Inheritance Tax: Probate
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government whether they will extend non-payment of inheritance tax on personal estates from six to 12 months because of severe delays to the obtaining of probate.
- Answer
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Inheritance tax is due at the end of the sixth month after the date of death. After this point, late payment interest will begin to accrue on the outstanding tax. The Government has no plans to change the existing, longstanding deadlines.
The most recent Family Court Statistics Bulletin published by the Ministry of Justice shows that probate grants took approximately 5 weeks to be issued after the application was submitted during January to March 2026.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL2443
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Administrative delays Inheritance tax Probate
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- 2026-07-30 16:43:00 +0100
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