New law will allow missing persons' families apply for 'presumption of death order'
The legislation will mean the affairs of a missing person who is presumed dead can be put in order.
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The legislation will mean the affairs of a missing person who is presumed dead can be put in order.
TD Barry Cowen said this means families coping with funeral costs are left waiting for months before they can inherit the estate.
Planned reforms over the plans are being delayed.
The Law Reform Commission has made some recommendations.
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The PM received the money from his mother.
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She does, however, get four properties, cars, artwork and jewellery in lieu.
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