On 08/07/2015 14:08, Adrian wrote:
On Wed, 08 Jul 2015 13:44:36 +0100, stuart noble wrote:

Intestacy is no more complicated than a will, and is at least
unambiguous.

Oh, indeed it is unambiguous. Even if you know it's not what the deceased
wanted, it is unambiguous. George Osborne has a higher claim than an
unmarried partner.


How is anyone expected to know what the deceased wanted if they didn't
put their wishes in writing? Could have been scribbled on a piece of
toilet paper and witnessed by a drunk on a park bench. It would still be
a valid will