By Daniel Clark, 29 September 2024 This case began as an urgent application to the Court of Protection in August 2023. It wasn’t until May 2024 that it came before a judge. In August 2023, XY (who resides in Turkey) was visiting the UK with her brother, CD. She has done this many times but,Continue reading “Can a Turkish Guardianship Order be recognised in England and Wales? “
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Pettifogging? Judge invites Office of the Public Guardian to reconsider application to revoke LPA
By Claire Martin, 2 June 2023 Update 15th July 2026: Now retired District Judge Eldergill has confirmed that the application was withdrawn by the OPG. He states that in his opinion, their application was misconceived. This was an application from the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) for a declaration that P’s (purported) appointment of hisContinue reading “Pettifogging? Judge invites Office of the Public Guardian to reconsider application to revoke LPA”
‘Deprived of her liberty’: My experience of the court procedure for my mum
I am sharing these thoughts in the hope that it might help other families in similar situations – and I’m writing also for the legal professionals involved in what is, for them, probably routine work, to help them understand more about what it feels like for a family member.
Decision-making with clarity and compassion: Validity of LPAs and appointment of Deputy
The judge summarised the proceedings stating “I formally record the LPAs are invalid and should not be registered, and the application for deputyship for property and affairs is approved”. The LPAs were invalid was because Stephen lacked capacity at the time of signing the documents.
Promoting Open Justice in the Court of Protection 