Succession Act 1965

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The Succession Act 1965 in Irish law was intended to provide for the surviving spouse of the deceased if the deceased was intestate or specified a less than equitable share of the estate. Up to then, Irish citizens could apportion their estate as they wished without regard to the needs of their spouse or family. [1] [2]

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References

  1. "SUCCESSION ACT 1965". www.lawreform.ie. Retrieved 16 December 2023.
  2. Book (eISB), electronic Irish Statute. "electronic Irish Statute Book (eISB)". www.irishstatutebook.ie. Retrieved 16 December 2023.