Wealth planners have tentatively welcomed a new online tool set to be introduced around Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) powers, but have warned the system could be ripe for abuse if not implemented properly.
Unveiled by the Office of Public Guardian (OPG), today (17 July) the new digital “Use a lasting power of attorney” tool will allow those acting as an attorney to contact organisations like banks and healthcare providers more easily and quickly.
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