A little known law is causing confusion for parents who married after they had children.

The bizarre law, which dates back to 1976, means parents who wed after having children should re-register their births - even if the natural father is on the child's birth certifificate.

It seems many parents are not aware of the law and some of those who do have been told it isn't necessary.

The Manchester Evening News reported that a link to the government's LA1 form for people to re-register has been shared among Facebook groups this week, with some parents questioning whether they need to take any action.


She told the MEN's Manchester Family: "I've never been told I need to re-register. My son was at our wedding and the registrar never mentioned it. Nor did the registrar when we registered his birth.


It is possible for parents to face a small fine


The MEN spoke to a solicitor to get her to explain the law for parents.





