Register a stillbirth

Before you start

You must register a stillbirth within 21 days.

How to make an appointment

To make an appointment phone 0141 577 3004.

We've 2 registration offices:

1. Barrhead, 211 Main Street, G78 1SY
2. Giffnock, Eastwood Park, G46 6UG

If the stillbirth took place in Scotland, you can register at a registration office in Scotland.

Who can register a stillbirth?

Either parent if:

• married to each other
• in a registered civil partnership

The mother only if:

• unmarried
• not in a civil partnership

Both parents must be there to include both names on the certificate.

A relative can register a stillbirth in exceptional circumstances. Contact a registrar if you need more information about this.

Documents you need to bring

• Stillbirth registration card from hospital
• Medical certificate (form 6)
• Marriage or civil partnership certificate (if applies)

Documents we'll provide

• Certificate of registration of stillbirth (form 8)
• Extract of the entry in the register (if a parent asks for this)

There's no cost for these documents.

Additional copies

You can only ask for additional copies at the time of registration.

Contact us

Email: registrars@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

Phone: 0141 577 3004