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Adoption Regulations 2016
14Applications for assessment of suitability to adopt by natural relative, &c.
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14 Applications for assessment of suitability to adopt by natural relative, &c.
(1) The spouse of a natural parent of a child, the spouse of an adoptive parent of a child or a relative of a child may apply to the Secretary for assessment of the suitability of the spouse or natural relative to adopt the child.
(2) An application for assessment of the suitability of a spouse or relative to adopt a child is to be –
(a) in writing; and
(b) in accordance with Form 1 .