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Third of parents haven't named a guardian for their children in their will

New research from charity will-writing scheme, Will Aid, has found 33% of parents haven’t named a guardian for their children in their will.

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"I am a firm believer in living in the moment which explains why, at age 81, I decided to have Carpe Diem tattooed on my wrist.

“Seize the day is my motto but every so often the real essence of it is brought home in the most painful way.

“Most recently this involved the death of my brother Peter who was my inspiration.

“Death is always devastating but it is also inevitable.