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Powers of Attorney Act 1971 (1971 c 27)

The Act reformulates the law regarding powers of attorney, enabling individuals to appoint someone to manage their affairs if they become unable to do so themselves. It outlines the formalities required for creating a valid power of attorney, including the need for it to be in writing and signed by the granter. The Act also introduces the concept of enduring power of attorney, which remains effective even if the granter later loses mental capacity, providing a critical tool for future planning and safeguarding the interests of vulnerable individuals.

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Powers of Attorney Act 1971 (1971 c 27)

The Act reformulates the law regarding powers of attorney, enabling individuals to appoint someone to manage their affairs if they become unable to do so themselves. It outlines the formalities required for creating a valid power of attorney, including the need for it to be in writing and signed by the granter. The Act also introduces the concept of enduring power of attorney, which remains effective even if the granter later loses mental capacity, providing a critical tool for future planning and safeguarding the interests of vulnerable individuals.

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Powers of Attorney Act 1971 (1971 c 27)

1 Execution of powers of attorney

2 . . .

3 Proof of instruments creating powers of attorney

4 Powers of attorney given as security

5 Protection of donee and third persons where power of attorney is revoked

6 Additional protection for transferees under stock exchange transactions

7 Execution of instruments etc by donee of power of attorney

8 . . .

9 . . .

10 Effect of general power of attorney in specified form

11 Short title, repeals, consequential amendments, commencement and extent

SCHEDULE 1 Form of General Power of Attorney for Purposes of Section 10

SCHEDULE 2 Repeals

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