Guardianship and Administration Act 2000

If, in a proceeding before the tribunal—

the adult concerned in the proceeding is not represented in the proceeding; or

the adult is represented in the proceeding by an agent the tribunal considers to be inappropriate to represent the adult’s interests;

A proceeding may be adjourned to allow the appointment to be made.

A representative appointed under subsection (1) must—

have regard to any expressed or demonstrated views, wishes and preferences of the adult; and

to the greatest extent practicable, present the adult’s views, wishes and preferences to the tribunal; and

promote and safeguard the adult’s rights, interests and opportunities.