When someone can no longer make decisions for themselves and has not put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, the Court of Protection can step in. An application to the Court allows decisions to be made about a person’s finances, property, health or welfare, either on an ongoing basis through a deputyship or for a specific one-off issue. This article explains what the Court of Protection does, when an application may be needed, and what the process involves. What is the Cour