evidence: Health and care information about a person cannot generally be disclosed without that person’s consent. However, you can rely on implied consent when sharing relevant information for the purpose of providing care, with health and care staff who have a legitimate relationship with the person. [...] If the person lacks capacity to give consent for their data to be shared, consent should be sought from the person who holds a health and welfare lasting power of attorney (LPA) on their behalf. Alternatively, consent can be sought from the welfare deputy registered with the Court of Protection if the person has someone acting in that capacity. [...] If you are not sure about how to deal with a request to share information, you should check with your senior staff; or your information governance lead or Caldicott Guardian if you have one.