Longford Leader Farming: Farmers should consider appointing an Enduring Power of Attorney
IFA Farm Family & Social Affairs Chair, Alice Doyle has advised farmers to talk with their solicitor about making an Enduring Power of Attorney before the new Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 begins in early 2023.
“An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to legally appoint someone to look after your affairs if you no longer have the capacity to do so yourself. An Enduring Power of Attorney can act on your behalf and give you peace of mind about the future of your business and legal affairs,” Alice Doyle said.
The Assisted Decision- Making (Capacity) Act 2015 will establish a new statutory framework to support decision-making by adults who have difficulty in making decisions without help.