Changes to legislation: Adoption Act 1976 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 09 Jan 2026. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Changes that have been made appear in the content and are referenced with annotations.

1976 c. 36

An Act to consolidate the enactments having effect in England and Wales in relation to adoption.

[22nd July 1976]

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