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LPA - how do I get government depts to recognise it?

proformance · 2025-01-08 10:14:25

Hi After a painful s12-month slog, I finally succeeded in getting LPA for my Dad for both Health and Finances. Haven't had to use it until now. I called DWP (Winter Fuel Payments) to ask a simple question: Has my father ever received WFP before? My eyes lit up hen the representative asked if I had LPA. I was oddly looking…

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8dayweek Posts: 267 Forumite

29 January at 3:05AM

Re: Printing off a copy of the LPOA - Yes I guess so.

I’ve never known anyone to come in with anything other than a physical copy (if that makes sense).

No Dad doesn’t need to be there, but you should ensure you have some ID on you, plus Dad’s details (NINo is helpful).

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