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Can Deputies Or Attorneys Use Powers Not Covered By The Deputyship Order Or / Lasting Power of Attorney?
The simple answer to this question is a ‘No’. The general authorisation in a Deputyship Order allows the Deputy general powers to administer P’s affairs including the ability to access…

The Litigation Series – Week 10: What Happens Next In Defended Medical Negligence Claims
In week 9 of the Litigation Series, we explained the process of issuing (commencing) Court proceedings. This blog also explored the process of the Claimant serving their Particulars of Claim,…

Homelessness, Priority Need And The End Of Pandemic Restrictions
During the coronavirus pandemic, homelessness legislation was bolstered with a number of supplementary provisions designed to meet the pressures of the moment. However, with the government recently announcing the end…
Independent Private Healthcare Regulation: Closing The Gap Between Private And Public Healthcare?
What is the Private Healthcare Information Network and how does it fit into the public and private healthcare sectors? What is the PHIN? The Private Healthcare Information Network (PHIN) presents…