Notification to LPA Donee when Doneeship is Revocated

Ms Hany Soh asked the Minister for Social and Family Development (a) what is the rationale for requiring a donor of the Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) to notify his donee upon the revocation of the former's LPA; and (b) why is there no corresponding need for the donor to inform his new and replacement donee.

Mr Masagos Zulkifli B M M: In the context of revocation of a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), Donees, whether original or new, are only notified about LPAs which they are party to.

Donors are required to submit a notice of revocation to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) to ensure the decision has been properly considered and notify their existing Donees so that they have an opportunity to raise any concerns about the revocation.