Lasting Power of Attorney

(LPA)

A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document that authorises a named person (the attorney) to make decisions on behalf of another person (the donor) if the donor loses mental capacity. There are two types: Property and Financial Affairs, and Health and Welfare. An LPA must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before it can be used.

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Lasting Power of Attorney

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document that lets you appoint one or more people (your 'attorneys') to make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity in future. There are two types: one for property and financial affairs, and one for health and welfare. Making an LPA while you still have capacity is one of the most important planning steps you can take.

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