What is the role of a successor deputy?
In a deputyship application, a successor deputy (SD) may be appointed in the event where Deputies are unable to act due to loss of mental capacity, or death. Upon the happening of such an event, SD must apply to Court to confirm SD's replacement.
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Can professional Deputies act jointly or jointly and severally? Does this remove the need for successor Deputy?
Who should update the successor Deputy if the professional Deputy named in the court order is transferring the case to the successor Deputy for management?
When does a Deputy's appointment end?
What actions or decisions can a Deputy make?
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