Gurney v Gurney; 15 Mar 1855

References: (1855) 3 Drew 208, [1855] EngR 306, (1855) 61 ER 882
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The will gave first a legacy then divided the residue between two. The will was witnessed correctly, but the two residuary beneficiaries witnessed a later codicil revoking the prior legacy.
Held: Although the revocation did increase the residue, the original gifts of residue had been validly made.
Statutes: Wills Act 1937 15