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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…
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Looking into what can lead to people making mistakes and how to mitigate errors.
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Guidance about making trustee decisions, including the 7 decision-making principles.
Guidance for DWP staff who make decisions about benefits, pensions and allowances.
Guidance for DWP decision makers on decision making and appeals.
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