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Here are some suggested organisations that offer expert advice on adoption.

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howmanyusernames · 01/02/2018 10:09

We have approval panel next Wednesday (yay!), and we have gone with a LA which is out of our area. They have said we would be good for children where there is a safeguarding issue because of this.

I'm starting to try and 'track' myself, if I were a birth family, and have just found out my home address is on Companies House because I have a business and am a 'person of significant control'. I wasn't aware my home address was on there, and have always put everything under my Accountants address, so was a bit shocked when I saw this.

I may be being super paranoid, but does anyone know if this information can be deleted or changed? I have asked my Accountant but thought I would also see what you guys think/know.

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LateToTheParty · 01/02/2018 11:35

I've no idea if you can have your details removed, but if the LA act properly, then birth family shouldn't ever be given your details beyond first names. Eg when we met with them during intros each time, we were told not to write our details into the reception signing in book, were told where to park and birth family were accompanied in and out separately to us so they couldn't follow us.

We sign our postbox letters with first names only, both of which are fairly common so not particularly identifying.

When applying for the Adoption Order, I'm sure there's an option to have your details anonymised on any paperwork which is sent to birth family.

It's not in anyone's interests for your details to be made available to birth family. That said I wouldn't be complacent but let your social worker know that your address is in the public domain because of your company, and ensure they act accordingly.

LateToTheParty · 01/02/2018 11:35

Also good luck for panel! Thanks

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howmanyusernames · 01/02/2018 11:56

Thanks for the reply, I might just be being over-cautious! I've just heard of some terrible stories where the birth family have accidentally been given details etc, and it's caused a whole host of issues, with some families having to move!
Thank you!

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topcat2014 · 01/02/2018 18:17

Ask your accountant - (I am one, but this is not my usual field). You can have something as an alternative address - This was brought in to protect directors of legitimate and legal animal testing companies. Not sure if being an adoptive parent could be categorised as the same possible risk though.

Iggyflop · 02/02/2018 08:10

It’s always worth double checking to reassure yourselves. In a previous job I was working with a BF and I wasn’t their favourite person...I was gobsmacked to find my home address, personal phone number and DOB all on some police paperwork handed out at a legal meeting. Shock It’s worth pursuing just for your own peace of mind. Btw...nothing ever came of it but I was still quite shaken up by it.

Iggyflop · 02/02/2018 08:12

Well, something did come of it...a grovelling apology from the police and an overhaul in their policy of how professionals details are recorded on their data base and how they’re linked to personal details!

bebealpha · 02/02/2018 11:16

You can have a service address with companies house. You have to give them your home address but it doesn't have to go on the record. I'm not sure about historic documents. Phone them they are usually helpful (and if they are not phone back until you get someone that is) and if you ask nicely you should be able to get it expunged.

Esseyexxx · 03/02/2018 00:28

I work at an accountants setting up ltd companies and you can change the address to that of your account so the public can no longer see

OlennasWimple · 06/02/2018 12:43

A PO Box doesn't cost much and you can use that instead of your home address

Thebluedog · 06/02/2018 12:51

Good luck for panel Flowers

Firstly any letterbox or communications will be first names only and NO surnames. We met the birth parents at a supervised visit and signed in with first names only at the desk etc, it’s unlikely birth parents will ever find out surnames or even the county you live in.

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howmanyusernames · 06/02/2018 12:54

I didn't know my accountant put my home address down as normally it's the office address or the accountants. He's changed it to his address now, but the info was from a document added last year so not sure if that can/will be deleted?

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OurMiracle1106 · 06/02/2018 14:18

As a birth Mum I only know first names of my sons parents. I have no idea where abouts they live, whether they have brothers sisters etc. I met them and that was the first time I was even told their first names.

I can’t imagine them being able to trace you until your child is at least 18 when birth parents can apply for the adoption certificate

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