PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Change the law on who can receive inheritance - Position of Power
We propose that individuals with a professional duty of care, such as carers, doctors, or bankers, be prohibited from inheriting or being beneficiaries in Wills to prevent conflicts of interest.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 10/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 10/100,000
Background
Change the law on
We propose that individuals in positions of power or those with a professional duty of care—such as carers, doctors, bankers, or similar professionals—should not be permitted to inherit or be named as beneficiaries in a Will. This measure aims to prevent conflicts of interest and protect the integrity of such relationships.