Access to bank account legal?

alanq

Just because Partner has given up job does not prove she is living off of Uncle's funds. She may have other sources of income or her own savings.

To find out if there is a POA or Deputyship
https://www.gov.uk/find-someones-attorney-or-deputy

If there is then report a concern
https://www.gov.uk/report-concern-about-attorney-deputy

A lengthy guide to the Mental Capacity Act that may answer some questions.
See 7.70 re "spending money on things that are not obviously related to the donor’s needs"
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/224660/Mental_Capacity_Act_code_of_practice.pdf

FreeBear

nebari wrote: »

Who would I need to speak to, to voice my concerns - the bank? Would they listen to me?

Would the bank talk to you about the account - No. You don't have power of attorney, so it would be a serious breach of client confidentiality. They probably wouldn't even confirm that your uncle banks with them.

Would they listen - Possibly. IF you managed to speak to the right person and he/she took your concerns seriously. I'd suggest a senior manager rather than a front desk adviser.