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OPG’s approach to family care payments

The Office of the Public Guardian's approach to family care payments, also known as gratuitous care payments.

From:: Office of the Public Guardian
Published: 7 March 2025
Last updated: 8 April 2026 — See all updates

Applies to England and Wales

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This guidance sets out the legal framework and the Public Guardian’s view of how Court of Protection deputies should approach family care payments, including factors for them to consider when deciding on the level of such payments.

Published 7 March 2025

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8 April 2026
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OPG’s approach to family care payments

Applies to England and Wales

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OPG’s approach to family care payments

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