UK:
New Powers For Relatives Of Missing Persons – A New Role For The Office Of The Public Guardian
29 April 2015
Withers LLP
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The Ministry of Justice has published a proposal that a person
with a 'sufficient interest' in the property and affairs of
a missing person (such as a family member) should be able to apply
to the Court for the appointment of a guardian. The guardian would
be appointed for up to four years and could apply for an extension
of up to a further four years. The guardian would be able to take
such financial steps as suspending direct debit payments for
utility bills or mobile phones and making mortgage payments. As
with an MCA deputy, the OPG would supervise the guardian and
receive accounts. The Ministry of Justice indicated that they hoped
that new legislation could be introduced after the General
Election. The proposals arise from the Ministry of Justice
consultation on the guardianship of property and affairs of missing
persons after a vigorous campaign by the charity, Missing
People.
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