SOLICITORS across Ilkley and Otley are offering a free will throughout March as Martin House Children’s Hospice launches its Make a Will Month.

Branches of Ison Harrison Solicitors in Ilkley and Otley, along with LCF Law in Ilkey, have partnered with the hospice to offer a free will writing service throughout March. Under the scheme, solicitors will draw up a simple will or pair of mirror wills free of charge.

Jenna Settle, individual giving fundraiser at Martin House, said: “Making a will is an important way to make sure you take care of your loved ones, and it is something everyone should consider doing.

“While there is no obligation to leave any money to Martin House by using this service, your gift can help us to continue our care.

“Around one in four children who use Martin House are cared for thanks to money left in wills, so by choosing to leave a gift to the hospice, you are helping us to safeguard our future and continue to support families for many years to come.”

Martin House cares for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions from across West, North and East Yorkshire, as well as supporting their families. Its care includes planned stays at the hospice, emergency and symptom control care, support in people’s own homes, and in hospitals.

It costs up to £9 million a year to run Martin House, with the majority of its income made up of fundraising and voluntary donations – including money left in wills.

To find out which solicitors are taking part and for more details on how to take part, visit www.martinhouse.org.uk/makeawill.