Creating continuing and welfare powers of attorney (Scotland) | Practical Law
A note providing information on how to set up continuing and welfare powers of attorney under the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 (AWISA 2000). The note includes a discussion on matters to consider before taking instructions (including assessing capacity) and specific instructions to be taken once capacity has been determined. The statutory requirements for setting up a power of attorney are detailed. Information on drafting, executing and registering powers of attorney is also provided.