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The government will consult on banning the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s due to negative impacts on children's physical and mental health.
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…
What to do when you disagree with a tax decision (HMRC1) - appealing against a decision, getting a review by HMRC and reasonable excuses.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Stout on 22 June 2025.
How to become and act as a Court of Protection deputy - eligibility, responsibilities, how to apply, fees, supervision and when your deputyship ends.
Find out about the long-term effects some people can have after having COVID-19.
Find out about the symptoms of COVID-19, what to do if you or your child has them and when to get medical help.
Advice and guidance on the health needs of migrant patients for healthcare practitioners.
Information about how we manage unacceptable customer behaviour consistently and fairly.
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