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Power of Attorney

23 September 2026

Powers of Attorney - the Court of Protection has clarified deputies' authority to manage direct payments
Authority to manage direct payments for people lacking capacity. On 10 September 2026, the England and Wales Court of Protection (CoP) handed down its judgment on seven applications for authority to manage direct payments for people lacking capacity

08 September 2026

Lasting powers of attorney and trusts
The situations in which lasting powers of attorney may overlap with the use of a trust

08 September 2026

Attorneys investing in investments which qualify for business relief
Why an attorney should proceed with care when making investment decisions on behalf of a donor

11 May 2026

Can an attorney act as a trustee? A quick read
When attorneys, who are appointed under lasting powers, can act as trustees