OPG Guidance On Covid-19

Since the lockdown was announced on 23^r March we have all had to adapt our daily and working lives. Deputies and attorneys have also had to find new ways to carry out their duties and to make sure the person they act for is protected, cared for and have all they need.

To help work out how best to do this the OPG has recently published updated guidance on how attorneys and deputies should approach their role during the Covid-19 lockdown period. The guidance includes the following information:

• The OPG is still open but may take longer to deal with calls and e-mails. Deputies and attorneys are advised to read the range of guidance and notes available online before contacting the OPG