HC Deb 19 October 1973 vol 861 c341W
Sir R. Russell

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will seek to amend the Births and Deaths Registration Act 1953 so as to enable all abandoned children to be registered instead of only new-born children.

Sir K. Joseph

This proposal has been considered by the Registrar-General and is one of a number of desired changes in registration law. I cannot at present say when an opportunity for legislation will arise.