| Study Title |
A20 Domestic Adoptions Form |
| Data Owner |
The Adoption Authority of Ireland (www.aai.gov.ie) |
| Description |
Form completed by applicant for domestic adoption. Information collected includes biographical details, social work assessment reports, medical data and income data. |
| Primary Function |
Processing of adoptions within the Republic of Ireland. |
| Key Variables |
ID Other; DOB; County; Family Status |
| Themes |
Health |
| Unit Of Observation |
Applicant for adoption |
| Start Date |
1952, when records for domestic adoption were commenced |
| Frequency |
Continuous |
| Target Population |
Applicant for adoption |
| Format |
Separate record for each applicant |
| Method |
Paper-based form, with all information stored in central database. Since 1st November 2010, paperwork is processed by the Health Service Executive (HSE), with the final adoption order signed off by the Adoption Authority of Ireland. |
| Most Recent Publication |
2008. See:
- The Adoption Board: Annual Report 2008. Available at: www.aai.gov.ie/attachments/article/32/Annual_Report_2008.pdf |
| Access Further Information |
The Adoption Authority of Ireland, Shelbourne House, Shelbourne Road, Dublin 4, Tel: (01) 230 9300, Web: www.aai.gov.ie |