What is Ordinary Power of Attorney?

An ordinary power of attorney is a legal document that lets you choose someone to make decisions for you. This person can handle things like your money, property, and other tasks. But, if you become unable to make decisions yourself, this document stops working.

You may wish to consider an ordinary power of attorney if you:

• are going abroad for a period of time
• are going into hospital or are physically unable to manage your finances due to illness or disability
• would like someone else to deal with a particular financial matter, for example, selling your property.

To make an ordinary power of attorney, you need to buy a document from a newsagent or use a solicitor.

Citizens Advice - Ordinary Power of Attorney

Managing affairs for someone else - Citizens Advice