News releases 2008

August

Spouses and civil partners to receive more when partner dies without leaving a will
28 August 2008
Married couples and civil partners whose spouse or civil partner dies without leaving a will are to benefit from an increase in the statutory legacy under proposals published by the government today.


Don't lose out through holiday heartbreak
15 August 2008
The summer holiday season can be a time to meet new people, fall in love or start making plans for the future together, but it can also end in arguments, separation and even divorce.


Five years in prison for careless drivers who kill
15 August 2008
Motorists who kill while avoidably distracted at the wheel will face prison under new careless driving laws which come into force on Monday 18 August.


Debt schemes could ease repayment pains
08 August 2008
People who find themselves unable to repay their debts are being urged to seek advice with money problems to avoid getting too deep into debt.


Shortlist of potential sites for new Welsh prison announced
06 August 2008
A shortlist of potential sites for a new prison in Wales was published by Prisons Minister, David Hanson MP today.


First Office of the Public Guardian annual report shows widespread use of the Mental Capacity Act
01 August 2008
Office of the Public Guardian annual report shows widespread use of the Mental Capacity Act.