My Power of Attorney

in Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire is a predominantly rural area in the north-east of Scotland, traditionally economically-dependent upon the primary sectors of agriculture, forestry and fishing.

Over the past 40 years, the development of the oil and gas industry and associated service sector has changed Aberdeenshire’s economic focus, and contributed to a rapid population growth of 50% since 1975.

However, a recent sharp fall in oil prices indicates that Aberdeenshire faces fresh challenges that could significantly change the area in the years to come.

Aberdeenshire extends to 6,313 sq km (2,437 square miles), representing 8% of Scotland’s overall territory. In 2015 Aberdeenshire’s population was estimated to be 261,900, approximately 5.9% of Scotland’s total population of 5,373,000.

Over the 10 years from 2005-2015 the population increased by 10.3%, the fourth highest increase in Scotland’s 32 local authorities and more than twice the national average of 5.1 %. An estimated 4% of Aberdeenshire’s population are non-UK EU citizens.

Aberdeenshire is Scotland’s foremost fishing area. In 2014 the region accounted for over half (56.4%) of all fish landed into Scotland by value. Together with Aberdeen it provides nearly a third (31%) of Scotland’s regular fisheries employment. Moreover, since 2010, the quantity of fish landings in the North East has increased by 23% and total employment by 5.4%.

Scotland-wide Resources

Alzheimer Scotland provides a wide range of specialist services for people with dementia and their carers. We offer personalised support services, community activities, information and advice, at every stage of the dementia journey.
www.alzscot.org

Legal aid is help towards the costs of legal advice and representation, for those who qualify. It is designed to help individuals on low and modest incomes gain access to the legal system.

Find out more at www.slab.org.uk

The Office of the Public Guardian supports and advises those assisting someone with mental incapacity. They can be contacted on 01324 678300. Their website offers a lot of helpful information.

www.publicguardian-scotland.gov.uk

A solicitor can help you put Power of Attorney in place. You can find a solicitor by contacting the Law Society of Scotland at https://www.lawscot.org.uk/find-a-solicitor/

Solicitors for Older People Scotland (SOPS) is a group of solicitors dedicated to providing legal services to older and vulnerable people in a caring way. SOPS members are committed to providing Power of Attorney under the Legal Aid scheme to clients who qualify.

Find out more at www.sops.org.uk