The duties of a deputy will depend on the Order made by the Court of Protection and what degree of power is appointed. It must be seen:
That you have acted in the ‘best interests’ of the individual, with a ‘duty of care’ and in ‘good faith’.
That you have not delegated any of your duties (unless authorised to do so).
That you have reserved confidentiality and complied with directives of the Court of Protection.
If you are a deputy looking after the financial affairs of an individual, you must demonstrate that you maintain the individual’s accounts separate from your own and are following the Court of Protection Order(s).