So, just what is an Lasting Power of Attorney?
If the donor has mental capacity (that is to say, they are mentally capable of understanding their actions) they will be able to complete a statutory form appointing another person, or persons, as their Attorney to make decisions on their behalf if he or she subsequently loses capacity. A Lasting Power of Attorney involves two forms: • A personal welfare form • A financial form An individual can appoint either the same or a different person to act as their Attorney in each case.
