Question to the Ministry of Justice:

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, whether his Department is taking steps to raise awareness of the different types of power of attorney; and if he will make a statement.

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is committed to making Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) accessible for all, and recognises that awareness of OPG’s services is key to achieving this.  OPG has previously run the ‘Your Voice, Your Decision’ campaign to raise awareness of the benefits of LPAs and to tackle common misconceptions. This included targeted commercial and community radio advertising, and working with partners to reach key audiences. OPG continues to use a range of social media channels and maintains regular dialogue with key stakeholders. These activities aim to highlight the importance of planning for the future, how OPG’s services can be accessed, and how LPA applications can be filled in accurately.