# The Baby Loss Certificate Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2026, Note: Explanatory note


(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations establish the framework for the provision of a Baby Loss Certificate scheme for parents who have lost a baby prior to the end of the 24th week of pregnancy.
Regulation 4 sets out the particulars that may be contained in a Baby Loss Certificate.
Regulation 5 sets out who can apply for a Baby Loss Certificate and the particulars that may be provided in the application.
Regulation 6 provides that a record of Baby Loss Certificates issued must be maintained by the Registrar General and that this record must not be open to public inspection.
Regulation 7 provides for an amendment of a Baby Loss Certificate.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nidsr/2026/9780338026361/note (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/draft-baby-loss-certificate-regulations-northern-ireland-2026/note
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