Applying for Probate - informing the other executor/s in writing

RnK136

I have started a probate application for my Mother as I am an executor in her will, together with my Brother and Dad.
We decided I would take care of the estate so they won't apply but will be "power reserved".
The online application on GOV.UK says I must inform the other executor/s in writing that I am applying for probate.
Is there a standard/specific way I do this, or any guidance, or letter template available?

p00hsticks

The topic was discussed a couple of weeks ago here, with a couple of people suggesting appropriate wording
How to Reserve Powers — MoneySavingExpert Forum

JGB1955

I just agreed it verbally/in writing (by WhatsApp/email) with my brother who lives 7,000 miles away.  AIUI he would be informed by HMCTS that I had applied ... I provided all of his details, but don't believe they DID check with him.  It wouldn't have been a problem if they HAD.

Froglet

Myself and my sister were executors of my late Mum's will .Earlier this year I applied for probate,my sister was unable to help as she has several medical issues holding her back,and does not have the internet.She and I are close and I certainly didn't need to do a formal letter to her stating what I was doing.
She was never sent any documents asking for proof that she had been notified by me,and probate was granted fairly quickly.So it's up to you really.

SevenOfNine

Actually, it's not "up to you", as froglet has stated.

The instructions are on the probate application, & IF checked with further action taken by probate office or more likely NOT, the instructions to write to executors choosing power reserved is clear.

My letter to my 2 co-executors (my brothers) was simple, options dicussed, power reserved agreed, our mum's details etc, p00sticks link will take you to a more detailed draft of what someone else wrote.

It does all seem, & was in my case, pretty superfluous, but I preferred to just do as instructed than have some unexpected backlash in a random checking exercise!