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Powers of Attorney Act 2006

15Appointment of attorneys by name or position

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15 Appointment of attorneys by name or position A principal may appoint a person to act under a power of attorney by— (a) naming the person; or (b) nominating the occupant of a position (however described), at a particular time or from time to time. Note The principal may revoke a power of attorney if the principal has decision-making capacity.

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