Confused by info about changing my kids' surnames

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I separated from my husband two years ago and we're currently going through the divorce process.

Our children want to double barrell my maiden name (which I reverted back to via deed poll last year) with their dad's name - he is happy with this, so there are no consent issues.

I did my deed poll easily myself for free, by using a template from a solicitor's website, but I haven't found a similar way free way of doing my children's names. Can anyone advise or point me in the right direction please?

I should add that money is very tight and I have been representing myself in the divorce, so I do not have a solicitor.

A simple change of name deed will do the job. You can download a template here. I would suggest tweaking the wording so that you and their dad both sign. That way there cannot be any dispute about consent.

@prh47bridge thank you so much

Hi OP! Can I ask you about your experience regarding representing yourself in divorce proceedings? I am considering it as I cannot afford the solicitor's fees. I would really appreciate any kind of info or advice.

forms here it costs £36.

there is absolutely no need to pay anything
use something like @prh47bridge
put both your and exH name in document and both sign it have a copy for you and exH both with real signatures not photocopies
should be sufficient for school GP new passports
just be aware that some forms later in life like clearances for certain jobs require you to declare former names so it might be wise to keep evidence of originals
your only problem would be if exH didn't agree as you can't change it without his consent without a court case and a very good reason