Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 October 2022
142. Deputy Marian Harkin asked the Minister for Social Protection if current arrangements with regard to the appointment of agents acting on behalf of a person who cannot manage their own financial affairs will remain valid in view of the commencement of the Assisted Decision Making (Capacity) Act 2015 or if amendments will be necessary. [52387/22]
View answerThe provisions and procedures governing agent arrangement, as set out in social welfare legislation, will remain valid following the full commencement of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 (as amended).
My officials are engaging with their counterparts in the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth and the Decisions Support Service in relation to any potential overlaps with the remit of my Department following commencement of the Act.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
