HC Deb 16 July 1968 vol 768 c188W
55. Miss Lestor

asked the Minister of Health if he is satisfied that the shortened version of the birth certificate safeguards persons from the social stigma of illegitimacy; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Snow

The short birth certificate contains no indication of illegitimacy and is widely used by people of legitimate and illegitimate birth alike.