It can be a shock for people to discover, only on the death of their parents, that they have effectively been disinherited and it can seem like the ultimate cruel shock. Often there is no obvious reason why the decision was taken which makes it even more difficult for potential beneficiaries to understand.
The UK is different from many other countries in that you are allowed to die with millions in the bank and not give a penny to your child. In France, by law, you have to give your children a proportion of your home whereas here you can leave everything to the Cat and Dog Shelter, as long as you made the decision in sound mind.
