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The Parole Board decides whether prisoners who are serving certain types of sentences can be released.
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…
Decision for applicant Marks and Spencer PLC registration number 16300193, applicant successful.
Getting a faster decision on a visa or settlement application; priority service, super priority service; waiting times; how to check if you're eligible
Decision for applicant Media Sense Communications Limited registration number 12993095, applicant successful.
Guidance about making trustee decisions, including the 7 decision-making principles.
Apply to the Court of Protection for a one-off decision if you're concerned about someone's personal welfare, property or financial affairs.
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