# Mental Capacity Act 2005, Paragraph 56


A decision of a donee or deputy is valid if it is made—
(a) within the scope of the person's authority as donee or deputy, and
(b) in accordance with Part 1 of this Act.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2005/9/schedule/AA1/paragraph/56 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/mental-capacity-act-2005/schedule-AA1/paragraph-56
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