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Help someone make decisions if they appoint you or if they lack mental capacity - includes using a power of attorney, becoming a deputy and getting a one-off Court of Protection ruling
Someone can choose you to make and carry out certain decisions on their…
As someone’s attorney or deputy you must: give them all the help they need…
A person may not have mental capacity because of a problem with the way…
This page provides links to guidance produced by, or relating to, the Insolvency Service
How to become and act as a Court of Protection deputy - eligibility, responsibilities, how to apply, fees, supervision and when your deputyship ends.
This is a consultation on a policy framework for supporting individuals on how to use their private pension savings at the point of access.
Apply to the Court of Protection for a one-off decision if you're concerned about someone's personal welfare, property or financial affairs.
This guide sets out what population screening is, how it works, and its limitations.
The Adult Social Care Choice Framework sets out the choices people are able to make in relation to their care and support.
Use Form COP1B to describe the personal welfare decisions you need to make for someone when you're applying for a Court of Protection order.
Guidance for NHS regarding disclosure to individuals holding either a Lasting Power of Attorney or a deputyship.
How to hold charity trustee and member meetings, including AGMs, so you can make decisions legally and your charity can run effectively.
Use a mediation service, send a statutory demand, go to court or make someone bankrupt if a person or business owes you money
Find out about making valid trustee decisions that are in your charity’s best interests.
How to use a cost benefit analysis to evaluate your digital health product.
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