Require mothers to list the father (if known) on birth certificate if safe to do

Require mothers to name the father on the birth certificate, if known and safe to do so, ensuring equal parental rights and responsibilities. Fathers with no criminal convictions or history of domestic violence should be granted equal parental rights from birth including 50/50 contact

39 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Thursday 18th December 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
11
Signature Deadline
Thursday 18th June 2026
Estimated Final Signatures: 277

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Many fathers face unfair barriers to seeing their child, despite having done nothing wrong. The current system forces them into costly legal battles and leaves children without equal access to both parents. Equal rights from birth - when it is a requirement to list the father on a birth certificate if known and safe - can support children’s wellbeing, reduce conflict, and ensures parents are treated fairly and consistently.


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