Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 114815

Administration of Estates: Correspondence

Tabled: 23 February 2026

Answered: 16 March 2026

Question

Dame Caroline Dinenage

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to ensure that his Department provides timely letters of clearance to bereaved families and the executors of the estates of the deceased.

Answer

Andrew Western

When someone dies, we understand this is a very difficult and distressing time for their family and those close to them. We aim to make our processes as clear, straightforward and supportive as possible and to minimise any unnecessary worry or effort for ...

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