Tag: lasting power of attorney

New guidance for ‘View an LPA’ service in England and Wales

The UK government published guidance relating to the ‘View an LPA’ service on 10 May 2024. This is a secure online service that allows companies and organisations to check the information contained within lasting powers of attorney (LPA) in England and Wales. Purpose of View an LPA An LPA will usually be verified by someone… Read More New guidance for ‘View an LPA’ service in England and Wales

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LPAs no longer require discretionary investment express provision

STEP is delighted to confirm that the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has agreed to change its guidance on the requirement to have express provision for a discretionary investment management clause within a financial lasting power of attorney (LPA) in England and Wales. Many attorneys do not have the necessary expertise to invest their… Read More LPAs no longer require discretionary investment express provision

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