19Formal requirements for powers of attorney

19 Formal requirements for powers of attorney (1) A power of attorney must be signed— (a) by the principal; or (b) by the direction, and in the presence, of the principal, by someone eligible to sign for the principal. Note See s 20 for who is eligible to sign for the principal. (2) The power of attorney must— (a) be signed and dated by 2 adult witnesses in the presence of the principal and each other; and (b) contain a certificate signed by each witness in accordance with section 22. Note Section 21 sets out who can be a witness to a power of attorney.