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Mental Capacity Act (Cap. 177A): Primary legislation governing mental capacity assessment and decision-making authority. Ensures the person giving authorization has the mental capacity to do so and is relevant if the senior citizen is delegating authority due to mobility or health issues.

Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Framework for data protection in Singapore. Protects personal information included in the authorization letter and regulates how personal data can be collected, used, and disclosed.

Healthcare Services Act 2020: Legislation governing healthcare services that may be relevant if the authorization involves medical dietary requirements or affects food purchase decisions for seniors under medical care.

Silver Support Scheme: Government assistance program that may be relevant if the authorization involves using government assistance funds for food purchases, requiring compliance with usage guidelines for senior support schemes.

Lasting Power of Attorney Act: Legal framework for power of attorney arrangements. Important to ensure the authorization doesn't conflict with any existing LPA arrangements, particularly relevant if the senior citizen has diminished capacity.

Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Consumer protection legislation that protects seniors from unfair practices when making purchases and defines relevant responsibilities for the authorized person.