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Registration of Stillbirths (England and Wales)
15 July 2026
Lead MP
Jim McMahon
Debate Type
General Debate
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NHS
Other Contributors: 1
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Jim McMahon raised concerns about registration of stillbirths (england and wales) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Jim McMahon proposed a Bill to permit the remote registration of stillbirths, aiming to provide an option for bereaved parents to register remotely by telephone or secure video appointment without imposing additional legal burdens. He cited statistics indicating that around 2,400 families experience stillbirth annually in England and Wales, highlighting the emotional trauma faced by these families. The Bill seeks to prevent further distress by allowing a compassionate choice during one of the most difficult moments for bereaved parents.
Jim McMahon
Lab
Oldham West and Royton
McMahon introduced the proposal, drawing on personal stories from constituents who faced grief compounded by administrative requirements. He described how remote registration has worked effectively in Scotland and noted that during the pandemic, similar flexibility was applied to death registrations. The Bill aims to provide bereaved families with greater compassion and choice, reflecting principles of trauma-informed public services.
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