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HomeOther InformationChange of Name Change of Name Where a nurse or midwife wishes to practise in a different name, she/he should provide:  *  a marriage certificate issued by a government authority (such authorities are frequently      titled Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages or similar); ceremonial certificates signed by      a clergy or other celebrant are NOT adequate.  *  other legal document issued by a government authority confirming or authorising a change      of name ( such as a deed poll registered by the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages or      equivalent government organisation).  *  change of name entered on an amended birth certificate or passport issued by the      appropriate government authority. All photocopies of documents submitted must be certified by a Justice of the Peace or Legal Practitioner.