FRONT PAGESurvey of Magical Ancestry Undertaken by MinistryRose FaustThe Ministry of Magic is undertaking a survey of so-called "Muggleborns," the better to understand how they came to possess magical secrets.
Recent research undertaken by the Department of Mysteries reveals that magic can only be passed from person to person when Wizards reproduce. Where no proven Wizarding ancestry exists, therefore, the so-called Muggleborn is likely to have obtained magical power by theft or force. The Ministry is determined to root out such usurpers of magical power, and to this end has issued an invitation to every so-called Muggleborn to present themselves for interview by the newly appointed Muggleborn Registration Commission as soon as possible.
Failure of a supposed Muggleborn to present for this interview will be grounds for retributive action. However, the Ministry of Magic is convinced that, in the majority of legitimate cases, Wizarding ancestry will be found to alleviate all concerns.
Interviews will begin Monday morning, and can be undertaken by appointment with the Muggleborn Registration Committee.