Search and reunion in the UK

In depth information about search and reunion in the UK is provided on the Adoption Search Reunion website at www.adoptionsearchreunion.org.uk

The Adoption Search Reunion website offers:

• A searchable database showing the location of adoption records
• A directory of agencies offering support and intermediary services
• Information about rights to make or refuse contact
• Details of recent changes to legislation
• Articles about searching for and making contact with birth relatives
• Pointers for Practice – a resource for professionals working with adopted people, adopted parents and birth relatives
• Recommended reading for birth relatives, adoptive parents and adopted people
• Links to other useful websites

If you need more information, advice or support, please call one of our regional advice lines