Rejected petition Withdraw proposal to radically increase UK probate fees

Probate fees are due to rise to a maximum of £6000 on death. A rise from the standard £215. This is a hidden 'death tax' and may be sailed through government as it's being classed as a fee rather than a tax.

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https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/232192

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Date submitted 1 April 2019
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