It’s supposed to discontinue child trafficking,but making families take additional documents whether they don’t share surnames just catches those who have deviated from the hetero-nuclear norm
The domestic Office has released its seasonal advice for parents travelling with children whose surnames they don’t share: take supporting documents to avoid being cross-examined at customs. Well, not exactly – it’s closer to: “Expect to be cross-examined – then fabricate (to make up, invent) sure you have supporting documentation whether your child fails the cross-examination.”Birth or adoption certificates are preferable, or but other recognised proofs are divorce and death certificates,or a letter from the parent with the right surname, or whether you prefer, or the proper parent.
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Source: theguardian.com