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In a recent announcement by the government, it has been revealed that fourteen NHS trusts are under scrutiny for alleged “failures in the system” within their maternity services. This examination is part of a rapid review of maternity care in England that commenced back in June. Health Secretary Wes Streeting commended bereaved families for their bravery in raising concerns that date back over 15 years.
The NHS trusts that will undergo scrutiny include Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, Bradford Teaching Hospitals, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Sandwell and West Birmingham, Gloucestershire Hospitals, Yeovil District Hospital, Oxford University Hospital, University Hospitals Sussex, Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals, Queen Elizabeth, Kings Lynn, University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay, East Kent Hospitals, and Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital. Baroness Amos will lead the review with the aim of ensuring that affected families’ voices are fully heard to drive improvements in maternity and neonatal services across the nation.
Research by baby loss charities Sands and Tommy’s suggest that enhanced maternity care could have prevented the deaths of over 800 babies in 2022-23. Despite calls for a national inquiry into maternity care, Streeting opted for a rapid review, which was initially scheduled to conclude by December but will now report in Spring 2026. The review seeks to delve into the experiences of families and staff and investigate why previous inquiries have not resulted in sustained improvements in maternity services.
Baroness Amos highlighted the need to address disparities in outcomes for black and Asian families and emphasized that an in-depth analysis is required to understand the root causes of ongoing substandard care. The Department of Health selected the trusts based on data analysis, family feedback, and to ensure a diverse mix of geographical and demographic representation. While the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists expressed concerns about the potential impact on women, families, and staff at the 14 trusts, it emphasized the necessity of building a comprehensive maternity system that delivers safe and compassionate care
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