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If there is only one proposed adopter, whether that person is married; if so why the spouse does not join in the application, and in particular whether the spouse:–

(a)

cannot be found;

(b)

is separated and living apart, and the separation is likely to be permanent; or

(c)

by reason of physical or mental ill-health is incapable of joining in the application.