Crown Copyright Birth Certificates

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In the UK, the Crown holds the copyright for all birth certificates, requiring permission for reproductions. Birth registration is mandatory within 42 days in England and Wales. Registering a baby does not make it Crown property; parents or guardians are responsible for the childs welfare until they turn 18. The concept of ownership does not apply to human beings, including children. Social workers check birth registration to confirm identity and legal guardianship. Council tax is a statutory duty, enforced without a signed agreement. The Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations 1992 outline procedures for billing, payment, and enforcement. Subordinate legislation, like these regulations, operates under powers granted by primary legislation. Discounts on council tax are defined under specific sections of the Local Government Finance Act 1992.

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do people have to register births
Yes, in England and Wales, it's a legal requirement to register a birth within 42 days. This must be done either at the local register office for the area where the baby was born or at the hospital before the mother leaves.
does registering a baby make it a crown property
No, registering a baby does not make it a Crown property. The Crown holds the copyright of the birth certificate, not the rights to the child. The parents/guardians have legal responsibility for their child until they are *.
who owns the baby
In England, no one "owns" a baby. However, parents or legal guardians are responsible for the child's welfare until they reach 18 years old. Parents/guardians have rights and responsibilities, including providing for the child's needs and making decisions on their behalf.
why do parents not own their baby
The concept of 'ownership' doesn't apply to human beings, including children. In England, parents or guardians have a duty of care towards their children until they turn *. This involves providing for their needs and making decisions in their best interests. It's about responsibility, not ownership.
a man and woman copulate and produce a baby it is their property
In English law, no one, including parents, can own a human being. Parents have responsibilities and rights regarding their child's wellbeing until they're *, but this doesn't equate to ownership. It's about caring for and guiding the child, not possessing them as property.
The baby is made up of the parents chromosomes they own the baby
I understand your point of view, but in English law, no one can own a human being, not even parents. Having a child means having responsibilities and rights to care for their wellbeing until they're *, but it's not about ownership. This concept applies even if the child is biologically yours.
So why do social workers look for birth registration before taking a baby from its parents
Social workers check for birth registration to confirm the identity of the child and the legal guardians. This is essential in assessing the child's safety, determining parental responsibility, and ensuring the correct legal procedures are followed.
if there is no crown copyrighted birth certificate
If there's no Crown copyrighted birth certificate, it does not change the legal status of the child or the parents' responsibilities. It may, however, complicate certain legal and bureaucratic processes, as birth certificates serve as important identity documents.
it says on crown copyright birth certificates not to be used for identy
A birth certificate is primarily used as proof of birth, but it's not designed for identity verification. However, it's often used as a source document to obtain other ID cards like a passport. Legal restrictions pertain to reproducing or altering the document.
but you said the birth certificate serves as important identity documents
Yes, while a birth certificate is not an identity document in itself, it forms a foundational document often required to obtain other forms of identity documents, like a passport or driving licence. It confirms your date and place of birth, and parentage.
tell me about debt pre action protocols
Debt pre-action protocols in England:
- Aim to encourage payment before court proceedings.
- Creditors must send a Letter of Claim detailing the debt.
- Debtors have 30 days to respond.
- If no agreement, parties must take steps to resolve disputes.
- Courts may consider protocol non-compliance when giving orders.
what evidence must creditors hold to prove a debt exists
To prove a debt exists in England, creditors generally must have:
- A written agreement or contract between the debtor and the creditor.
- Account statements showing the balance owed.
- Any notices of default or demand letters sent to the debtor.
- Evidence of ownership if the debt has been sold or transferred.
tell me more
To further elaborate, in England, creditors must be able to prove that they legally own the debt, that the debtor is the correct person owing the debt, and that the amount claimed is correct. This includes:
- Original credit agreement or a true copy.
- Detailed account history.
- Details of assignment if debt was purchased.
- Details of all payments and charges.
where council tax has not been paid councils pursue the non payment as a debt without evidence of an agreement
Council tax is considered a 'statutory debt'. In England:
- Councils don't need a signed agreement to enforce it.
- Non-payment can lead to a 'liability order' from a magistrates' court.
- If still unpaid, enforcement agents may be involved.
- In extreme cases, prison or bankruptcy proceedings can occur.
It's important to seek advice if facing these issues.
why do councils not need an agreement
Councils don't need an agreement for council tax because it's a statutory duty, established under the Local Government Finance Act *. If you're an adult living in a property, you're legally obligated to pay council tax, regardless of any agreement. Non-payment can result in legal action.
councils send bills for council tax but there is no credit agreement and if not paid they pursue under debt action, if there is no signed agreement then they have no evidence of agreement to pay explain
Council tax in England is a legal obligation, not a credit agreement. It's enforced under the Local Government Finance Act *. Councils don't require a signed agreement to pursue non-payment. The evidence of obligation is residency in a property, not a signed contract. Non-payment can lead to legal consequences.
explain the council tax administration and enforcement regulations * sections * to *
The Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations *, sections * to * in England, cover:
*-*: Definitions, application, and interpretation.
*: Billing authority's duty to maintain a list of responsible persons for each chargeable dwelling.
*-*: Procedures for setting and notifying council tax.
*-*: Methods of payment and consequences of non-payment.
*: Collection and enforcement powers.
*: Procedures for obtaining liability orders in case of non-payment.
explain *
Section * of the Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations * outlines the duty of the billing authority to maintain a list of individuals who are responsible for council tax for each chargeable dwelling. It helps to ensure the correct individuals are billed for the tax.
what actions do councils take to ensure that property is chargeable dwelling to meet the definitions provided
Councils in England take the following actions to ensure a property is a chargeable dwelling:
- Check if it's used for residential purposes.
- Determine if it's self-contained.
- Assess if it's someone's main or only residence.
- Verify if it's not exempt under the Council Tax (Exempt Dwellings) Order *.
the law shows that for council tax purposes there is no requirement to inform councils of who is resident
In England, while there's no specific law to inform councils about residency for council tax, it's in the resident's interest to do so. If you don't, you might be billed incorrectly. Councils usually work on assumption and public records to determine the liable person. But remember, non-payment can lead to legal action.
explain section * (*) of the council tax administration and enforcement regulations in relation to schedule * (*) of the European Communities Act *
Section *(*) of the Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations * allows for a distress warrant to enforce an unpaid council tax. Schedule *(*) of the European Communities Act * does not directly relate to council tax enforcement. It allows for the implementation of EU obligations into UK law.
what is subordinate legislation
Subordinate legislation, also known as secondary legislation, is the law made by an individual or body under powers given to them by an Act of Parliament. It is used to fill in the details of Acts (primary legislation). This legislation often includes rules, regulations, orders, or directions.
is the council tax administration and enforcement regulations subordinate legislation
Yes, the Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations * is indeed subordinate legislation. It was enacted under powers given by the Local Government Finance Act *, an Act of Parliament.
explain in relation to "PROVISIONS AS TO SUBORDINATE LEGISLATION * (*) The powers conferred by section *(*) of this Act to make provision for the purposes mentioned in section *(*) (a) and (b) shall not include power— (a) to make any provision imposing or increasing taxation; or (b) to make any provision taking effect from a date earlier than that of the making of the instrument containing the provision; or (c) to confer any power to legislate by means of orders, rules, regulations or other subordinate instrument, other than rules of procedure for any court or tribunal; or (d) to create any new criminal offence punishable with imprisonment for more than two years or punishable on summary conviction with imprisonment for more than three months or with a fine of more than [ F2level * on the standard scale] (if not calculated on a daily basis) or with a fine of more than [ F3£* a day]"
This provision limits the powers conferred by section *(*) of the Act. It states that these powers cannot be used to:
- Impose or increase taxation.
- Make provisions retroactive.
- Confer legislative powers, except for court or tribunal procedures.
- Create new criminal offences with certain punishments.
It sets boundaries for subordinate legislation.
tell me more
This provision is essentially about defining the scope and limitations of the powers granted under section *(*) of the Act. It restricts the ability to use these powers to impose or increase taxes, make retroactive regulations, grant legislative powers, or create criminal offences exceeding specified punishments. It helps ensure legal clarity, fairness, and accountability.
so it could be said the council tax administration and enforcement regulations are prevented by the schedule cited above
The Council Tax (Administration and Enforcement) Regulations * is a form of subordinate legislation, but it doesn't impose or increase taxation. The tax level is set by the primary legislation, the Local Government Finance Act *. The Regulation primarily sets out the procedures for administration and enforcement, not the tax itself.
explain this "discount” means a discount under section * or section 11A of the Act, or a reduction in the amount of council tax payable for a dwelling under section 13A of the Act where the dwelling falls into a class for which the billing authority has determined under section 13A(*) that liability shall be reduced otherwise than to nil;"
This means that "discount" refers to a reduction in council tax under certain conditions. This can be:
- A discount under Section * or 11A of the Act.
- A reduction under Section 13A for a dwelling that falls into a specific class determined by the billing authority, where liability is reduced but not completely eliminated.