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Formal requirements

Wills Act 1837.

This guide is a draft and may change.

The will must be in writing, signed by the testator in the presence of two witnesses.

Wills — UK

A valid will under the Wills Act 1837 must be in writing, signed by the testator and witnessed by two independent adults present at the same time.

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