Power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person (the donor) to give at least one other person (the attorney) the right to make decisions on their behalf about their health and/or finances ...

An online tool to apply for Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is still not available despite being announced over a year ago – and the Government has confirmed that it doesn't have a launch date. This ...

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A lasting power of attorney can be used to appoint a loved one to help with important financial and medical decisions. With the application fee rising this month, should you apply now?

Setting up power of attorney is an important way to plan for a time when you might be unable fend for yourself any longer. People can appoint a legal or other professional, though most ask one or more ...