PEOPLE are being reminded of a one-off chance to get their wills drawn up free next month.

Several North solicitors are giving their time and expertise free during May to anyone wishing to draw up a will.

Butterwick Hospice, in Stockton, Teesside, and Bishop Auckland, County Durham, has teamed up with the group and is asking people to make a donation to the charity in return.

People are requrested to donate £50 for a single will and £75 for a couple.

The service is available in Barnard Castle, Bishop Aukland, Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar and Stockton.

To apply, call (01642) 624231.