5
Accepted
Furthermore, many of those affected - both mothers and adult adoptees - are now elderly,...
Conclusion
Furthermore, many of those affected - both mothers and adult adoptees - are now elderly, and any further delay risks denying them the recognition they have waited decades to receive. Given the advancing age of those affected, time is now a critical factor. (Conclusion, Paragraph 29)
Government Response Summary
The government accepts, stating it committed to and delivered the apology within a clear timeframe following preparatory work and engagement with those affected, addressing the concern about delay.
Government Response
Accepted
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
ACCEPT The Government committed to and delivered the apology within a clear timeframe. This followed a programme of preparatory work, including engagement with those affected and representative organisations, to ensure the apology was informed and credible.
Source
Committee
Education Committee
Inquiry
Historical Forced Adoption
Report
8th Report - Historical Forced Adoption
27 Mar 2026
HC 1713
Addressee Bodies
Department for Education
Timeline
Recommendation age
0.3 yrs
Report published
27 Mar 2026