Overview

This bill proposes the creation of a "certificate of loss" for mothers who experience a miscarriage or stillbirth that is not currently eligible for registration. The certificate will provide official documentation acknowledging the pregnancy loss and will be archived in a new national database.

Description

The bill mandates the issuance of a "certificate of loss" upon written request from a parent who has experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth, provided a medical professional confirms the pregnancy loss. The certificate will include details like the child's gestational age (if available), parents' names, and the date of the loss. A new national database will be established to store these certificates and relevant information, including the cause of the loss where known. The Secretary of State will be responsible for designating a body to act as the registrar and establish the database via statutory instrument, subject to parliamentary approval. The Act will apply to England and Wales only, coming into effect twelve months after its passing.

Government Spending

The bill will incur costs associated with establishing and maintaining the national database, staffing the registrar's office, and developing the necessary administrative processes. Precise figures for government spending are not included in the bill itself.

Groups Affected

• Mothers experiencing miscarriage or stillbirth: Will directly benefit from official recognition of their loss and access to a certificate.
• Medical professionals: Will be involved in verifying pregnancy loss and providing information for the certificate.
• Government bodies: Will be responsible for establishing and maintaining the database and associated administrative processes.

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