Guide to Deputyship

Andy Larkam

Published on: 01/04/2026

No Lasting Power of Attorney? Your family might face the costly Court of Protection. Learn the risks of Deputyship and how to protect your future in the UK.

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What happens when no LPA is in place?

Andy Larkam

Published on: 25/02/2026

What happens if you lose mental capacity without a Lasting Power of Attorney? Learn why your family may need to apply to the Court of Protection — and how to avoid delay, stress and unnecessary costs.

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