On Wed, 16 May 2012 12:33:18 +0100
Allan <invalid@invalid.invalid> wrote:

> On 16/05/2012 12:23, Graham J wrote:
> >
> >>
> >> Thinking sideways:
> >> Is it possible for her to send a letter to the BS delegating you
> >> as a nominated person to discuss her affairs? My bank (Midland as
> >> it then was) allowed this some years ago when I was abroad for
> >> long periods, and allowed my Dad to represent me in dealings with
> >> them. Either that, or pay your Mum a visit, which I'm sure she
> >> would love, even though you say it's a long way away.
> >
> > If your Mum is 90 then probably a Lasting Power of Attorney is
> > worthwhile ...
>
> You're absolutely right, and we've got one "in waiting" (see my other
> reply on this thread(. Equally, if you're a regular reader of the
> Saturday papers Money sections, you'll be aware of the hassle that
> some banks can put you through to actually acknowledge and work with
> a power of attorney.
>
> In reality, whenever I've had to sort problems out, I generally do it
> when I'm at her house, and once she's spoken to the institution on
> the phone, she hands the phone to me, and they're happy to talk to
> me, which is the quickest and easiest way of doing it, and which is
> what I'm trying to achieve from 250 miles away!
>

I wish you luck. As long as the BS's 'BS' doesn't get overpowering!
--
Davey.