Change of Name

Am I allowed to change my child's name?

Parental Responsibility

Who has parental responsibility?

Rights of a father and unborn child

What rights does a father have in respect of an unborn child?

Legal age for marriage increased to 18

The legal age of marriage in the UK is 18 as of 27 February 2023.

Registering your child's birth

Registering the birth of your child is a legal requirement. You generally have 42 days from birth to do this. Read more to understand how to register.

What rights does a father have in England and Wales?

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