SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 27Minor and consequential amendments: general

Enduring Powers of Attorney Act 1985 (c. 29)

106

In section 3 (scope of authority etc. of attorney under enduring power), in subsection (5)(a), for “or marriage” substitute “ , marriage or the formation of a civil partnership ”.

107

In Schedule 1 (notification prior to registration of instrument creating power of attorney), in paragraph 2(1)—

a

in paragraph (a), after “wife” insert “ or civil partner ”, and

b

in paragraph (e), after “widower” insert “ or surviving civil partner ”.

108

Paragraphs 106 and 107 apply in relation to the exercise of powers under enduring powers of attorney created before the passing of this Act as well as in relation to those created on or after its passing.