# The Non-Contentious Probate Rules 1987, Rule 23: Order of priority for grant in pre-1926 cases

Extent: E+W

Where the deceased died before 1st January 1926, the person or persons entitled to a grant shall, subject to the provisions of any enactment, be determined in accordance with the principles and rules under which the court would have acted at the date of death.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1987/2024/rule/23 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/non-contentious-probate-rules-1987/rule-23
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