{"id":24225,"date":"2026-02-25T09:12:58","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T09:12:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ewnews.co.uk\/?p=24225"},"modified":"2026-02-21T16:14:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T16:14:07","slug":"eic-offers-free-wills-to-under-55s-in-march","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ewnews.co.uk\/index.php\/eic-offers-free-wills-to-under-55s-in-march\/","title":{"rendered":"EIC Offers Free Wills to under 55\u2019s in March"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"Normal\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">This March, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is offering a free will-writing service for individuals aged under 55.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\" dir=\"LTR\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">The National Wills Report 2025 found that only 37% of UK adults have made a will (<\/span><span class=\"Normal__Char\">Source:\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"Hyperlink__Char\">The National Will Register<\/span><span class=\"Normal__Char\">), which is a significant decrease from prior years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\" dir=\"LTR\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">We know there can be significant barriers that stop people from having a will made up. One in four Brits still claim they don\u2019t know how to make a will, and this gap continues to deter many from beginning the process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\" dir=\"LTR\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">That\u2019s why for the entire month of March, the Electrical Industries Charity is offering a free Will Writing service to all industry members and their family members who are aged under 55.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">Taking advantage of this free service allows our industry members to ensure their wishes are documented and their loved ones are protected. Whether you\u2019re writing your first will or updating an old one, this service makes it easier to secure your legacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">A will allows individuals to decide how their assets are distributed, appoint guardians for children, and even provide for pets. It also offers an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by including a gift to charity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">If you have a cause you care about, you can leave a gift to a charity in your will. Many charities rely on gifts in wills to fund their work. By pledging a gift to EIC, supporters can help ensure the charity continues to provide critical services \u2013 including financial assistance and mental health support \u2013 for future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Normal\"><span class=\"Normal__Char\">To access the free will-writing service, fill out the free wills form at\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/electricalcharity.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"Hyperlink__Char\">https:\/\/electricalcharity.org\/.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This March, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is offering a free will-writing service for individuals aged under 55. The National Wills Report 2025 found that only 37% of UK adults have made a will (Source:\u00a0The National Will Register), which is a significant decrease from prior years. 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