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Dave Lockwood, of Finders Development Hub, hosts a webinar addressing common questions from Social Care practitioners, exploring recent CoP developments.
 
 
Webinar date:October 3, 2024 10:30 am
 
Webinar length: 1.5 hours
 
CPD: 1.5

The Deputyship Surgery series brings together public and private sector professionals for focused discussions on key issues in the deputyship field.

In this edition, expert speakers explore recent developments within the Court of Protection and offer practical insights into what these changes mean for Property and Affairs Deputies. Topics covered include the new online application system, guidance on navigating it smoothly, updates to Practice Direction 19B, and the latest on deputyship fees.

With an emphasis on real-world application, this session also addresses common questions from practitioners — making it a valuable resource for staying informed, compliant, and confident in your day-to-day work.

Click below to join the Finders Development Hub - free of charge - and watch the webinar.

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Speakers

  • Samantha Hamilton - Solicitor & Head of CoP at Mullis & Peake

Samantha is a Deputy and Attorney at Mullis and Peake, handling Lasting Powers of Attorney, Deputyships, and CoP.

  • Ian Macara - Legal Professional at J E Bennett Law

Ian Macara is a distinguished legal professional recognised for his expertise.

About the host

Nicola Khon

Dave Lockwood
Senior Public Sector Client Relationship Manager - Finders International
 
Dave is a former Deputy Decision Maker appointed by the Court of Protection in England and Wales. Dave’s experience comes from working in four diverse local authorities across London and the South East, dealing with varied services, ongoing legislation changes and increased workloads with decreasing resources; managing expectations from both the public and internal colleagues. Not only does Dave have experience of acting as a Deputy under the Court of Protection, he is also well versed in the complexities of dealing with the statutory obligation of providing funerals under the Public Health Act. Dave is also one of the founding members and former chair of APAD (The Association of Public Authority Deputies).

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