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If a loved one has lost mental capacity due to illness or injury and did not make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) , you may have realised that you cannot legally make decisions for them. This includes: managing their bank accounts paying bills making medical or care decisions In these situations, you will usually need to apply to Court to be appointed as a deputy . What Is Deputyship? Deputyship  is a legal status granted by the court, allowing someone to make decisions on