Your Voice, Your Decision: Why LPAs Matter Now More Than Ever

14th August 2025

The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has ramped up its efforts to encourage more people across England and Wales to plan ahead with a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). Their ongoing Your Voice, Your Decision campaign is a reminder that putting legal protections in place isn’t just for the elderly, it’s for anyone who wants to ensure their wishes are respected should the unexpected happen.

Launched with targeted outreach in North Wales, Lancashire, South Yorkshire, the East Midlands, North East and West Yorkshire, the campaign aims to increase awareness and uptake of LPAs and for good reason. Each year, thousands of people lose the ability to make decisions due to illness, injury, or cognitive decline. Without an LPA, families can be left facing delays, legal hurdles, and financial stress at an already difficult time.

At Power of Attorney Online, we fully support this mission. In fact, we were founded on the very same principle: that everyone should have the right to protect their health, finances, and peace of mind, regardless of their background, age or income. Our streamlined online service makes it faster, clearer, and more affordable to create an LPA from the comfort of home, with expert checks to help avoid the common mistakes that lead to rejections.

The Your Voice, Your Decision campaign has already helped bring the conversation about LPAs to more local communities, and the impact is clear: registrations are at an all-time high, with over 1.3 million LPAs registered in 2024/25, nearly double the number from just four years ago.

But growing demand also places pressure on the system. It’s now more important than ever to submit accurate applications to avoid delays and rejections from the OPG. That’s where our guided process comes in. We’ve helped thousands of families complete their LPAs quickly and correctly, reducing stress and protecting what matters most.

Whether you’re in your 30s or 70s, healthy or managing a long-term condition, an LPA gives you control and ensures your voice is heard when it matters most.

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