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If someone dies without a will or known family, their ownerless property (bona vacantia) goes to the crown - check if you're an entitled relative, search for an estate, refer or claim on an estate
When someone dies with no will or known family, their property passes to…
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Decision made under Energy Act 2023 on change of Elexon ownership, transfer of Electricity System Operator (ESO) into public ownership, and licensing and designation of NESO.
CMA issues compliance guide to help businesses stay on the right side of the law – and advises 17 high-profile brands to review their green claims.
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