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Title: Llandudno probate registry 1945
Post by: frankray on Monday 02 February 15 16:48 GMT (UK)

Friends, I note probate administrations were taking place in Llandudno c1945.  is there a reason for this please; I'm thinking it was something to do with the war?  any clarification most appreciated.  thank you  Frankray.

Title: Re: Llandudno probate registry 1945
Post by: Ellenmai on Monday 02 February 15 17:10 GMT (UK)

Yes you are right it was due to the war. The main Probate department was evacuated up to Llandudno 1940 and returned to Somerset House 1946.

Title: Re: Llandudno probate registry 1945
Post by: barryd on Wednesday 04 February 15 16:36 GMT (UK)

Thinking ahead it could have been left in Llandudno. No reason for it to have been specifically in London. Likewise with crowded commuter trains and exorbitant season ticket prices. Build offices nearer the people and let London and the railways wilt.

Title: Re: Llandudno probate registry 1945
Post by: dawnsh on Wednesday 04 February 15 19:35 GMT (UK)

The probate department was 1 of several including the Inland Revenue that were evacuated.

1700 staff went as well and by 1946 not all had returned back to london.