The information on this page is presented in the format of frequently asked questions. Please click a question from the index below to see the appropriate answer.
How do I obtain copies of birth certificates?
These can be obtained from the Register Office where the birth was registered. In Slough we can take a credit card application over the phone and put the certificate into the post. People may also write to us or visit the Register Office. We aim to produce certificates within one working day.
BEWARE - registration district boundaries constantly change and it would be wise to phone an office to check they still hold the registration.
It is also possible to obtain a certificate from the General Register Office at Southport on 01704 550013 but it is best to try the local office first.
My baby was registered without the fathers name, can I add the fathers name now?
Yes you can. Please contact the Registrars Office for advice on how to do this and the forms required.
Will the Registrar need to know about our other children when registering a birth?
If the parents are married you will be asked how many previous births the mother has had.
Who can register a birth?
In all cases the mother can register the birth. The father can register the birth if the mother and father are married.
Where do I go to register a birth?
All babies born in Slough will be registered in Slough, but the details of the baby can be given at any Registrars Office in England and Wales.
Please note however, that registering the birth outside of Slough may delay the registration process.
What surname can the child be given when registering the birth?
The surname can be any name that you choose that is consistent with the parents culture.
What information will the Registrar ask for when registering a birth?
The Registrar will ask for the personal details of both parents and the child name.
What if the parents don't have sufficient English to register the birth?
They should bring an interpreter with them but this may be a member of the family or friends.
What happens if a birth is not registered within 6 weeks?
A legal process leading to prosecution could result if the child is not registered.
What do I need to bring to register a birth?
You need to bring the discharge note from the hospital or midwife or the Red Book.
What certificates will I be issued with when I register a birth?
You will get a free short certificate, a form for the doctor to register with NHS, and a full certificate if one is purchased.
How much does it cost to register a birth?
Its is free to register and one short certificate is issued free.
A full certificate is £3.50 each at the time of registration. Full certificate can be purchased at a later date but the cost may be higher.
How long after the birth of my baby do I have to register the birth?
The birth must be registered within 6 weeks.
How do I change my child's name?
This will depend on whether you want to change the first name or the surname and how old the child is at the time you want to change the name.
Do I need to know the date of my marriage when registering a birth?
Yes you do it is part of the information gathered during registration.
For all enquiries please contact the Customer Service Centre
01753 475111
My Council
Landmark Place
High Street
Slough
opposite Slough Library
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