20 Revocation of s 18 order
Adoption Act 1976 (1976 c 36) | Legislation

20  Revocation of s 18 order

(1)ÌýÌýÌýÌý The former parent, at any time more than 12 months after the making of the order under section 18 when—

(a)ÌýÌýÌýÌý no adoption order has been made in respect of the child, and

(b)ÌýÌýÌýÌý the child does not have his home with a person with whom he has been placed for adoption,

may apply to the court which made the order for a further order revoking it on the ground that he wishes to resume [parental responsibility].

(2)ÌýÌýÌýÌý While the application is pending the adoption

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