§ Mr. CatonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions for what purposes his Department requires a birth certificate to be furnished by(a) employees, (b) contractors, (c) those applying for employment and contracts and (d) other persons. [120320]
§ Ms Beverley HughesA birth certificate or similar documentary evidence may be required for one or more of the following reasons:
- proof of identity
- proof of eligibility under the civil service nationality rules
- proof of age.
In addition to the purposes listed, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency requires applicants for their first photocard driving licences to produce either a birth certificate or a passport in support of their application.