BBC radio Kent’s morning show
BBC radio Kent’s morning show hosted by Jules Serkin is joined by David Lockwood, the Public Sector Business Development Manager for Finders International. David talks about his past role as a Deputy, a role which involves dealing with the finances…
New Rulings by the Court of protection
Two significant rulings have recently come from the Court of Protection (COP) which could have a substantial effect on local authorities and the way they manage deputyships. In the first case Cumbria County Council v A [2020] EWCOP 38 -…
How Long Does It Take The OPG To Register LPAs
How long does it take the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) to register Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)? Today’s Wills and Probate reported that professionals had resorted to social media, lambasting the OPG for the length of time it takes. While…
E-Conference – Universal Credit Document
Following the E-conference panel conversation with Alison Taylor of Frenkel Topping on Universal Credit, we are publishing the latest guidance from the Department for Works and Pensions on the website. Please click on the link to view.…
An update from the Court User Group
The Court of Protetion User Group has published further advice for practitioners following the postponement of the group’s meeting on the 28th April. The document, signed by Judge Hilder and Amrit Panesar (Court Manager), updates on the activities…
Covid-19 – Supporting individuals
Supporting individuals needs has never been more paramount than during the ongoing pandemic. The Office of the Public Guardian have recently updated their blog with guidance for attorneys and deputies during the Covid-19 pandemic with some useful…
Covid-19 – DOLS in the pandemic
The Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC) has published guidance for health and social care staff who are caring for, or treating, a person who lacks the relevant mental capacity. The guidance looks at deprivation of liberty - DOLS. The…
COVID-19 – OPG issue guidance
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) published guidance in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic this week. They state that the... "Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) will continue to deliver its services and support those who are planning for the…
Covid-19 – Guidance on COP Hearings
Guidance has been issued by the Vice President of the Court of Protection with respect to hearings and how they are to be conducted during the current Covid-19 crisis. Issued on the 18th March the guidance states that: the approach for the time…
Coronavirus legislation implements swift changes
MP’s are to debate new legislation that will bring in a package of emergency measures to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak. Whilst the legislation deals with a raft of proposals on public health grounds, medical provision and border controls, it…