Can an attorney acting under a Power of Attorney make gifts ?

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If you are acting as an attorney under a power of attorney for someone who has lost mental capacity, you may wonder whether you are allowed to make gifts on behalf of the donor.

The general principle, which is similar in England, Scotland and Wales, is that an attorney has the power to continue to make gifts that the donor was making, but there are many cases where you need to gain approval from the Court of Protection.

In this video I explain the latest guidance, the role of the Court of Protection and important factors to consider.

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