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House of Commons · General Debate

Registration of Births (Inclusion of Deceased Parents) 2025-06-17

17 June 2025 · 1 other contributor

Opened by Jen Craft Lab Thurrock

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At a glance

Jen Craft raised concerns about registration of births (inclusion of deceased parents) 2025-06-17 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.

Key points

  • Concerns were raised about the legal issues faced by unmarried couples and widowed mothers regarding the inclusion of deceased parents on birth certificates.
  • Moves were proposed to amend the law to include details of a deceased parent on a child's birth certificate.
  • The debate aimed to address fairness and reduce trauma for families dealing with the loss of a parent before childbirth.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Jen Craft Lab Thurrock

Moves to give leave to bring in a Bill for the inclusion of a parent’s details on a child’s birth certificate where that parent has died before the birth. Highlights the legal issues faced by unmarried couples, especially widowed mothers, and advocates for changes to make the process fairer and less traumatic.

Other contributors (1)
  • Jen Craft Lab Thurrock

    Proposes a Bill to ensure that deceased parents of children born out of wedlock are included on birth certificates. Emphasises the lack of legal recognition for unmarried couples and the emotional toll faced by bereaved mothers in proving paternity through family courts.

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