Damning Interim Report Reveals Deep-Rooted Failings in England's Maternity Services
A national investigation into England's maternity and neonatal services has published a damning interim report, exposing widespread issues including an overstretched workforce, racism, staff shortages, and the cover-up of harmful errors. The report highlights problems at every stage of the maternity journey.
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Racism and 'poor' staff relationships factors in maternity care failings, report finds
The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.
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From racism to staff shortages, the interim report found a host of deep-rooted issues affecting women and babies On Thursday, a damning interim report published after a national investigation into England’s maternity services found deep-rooted issues affecting women and their babies, including insensitivity from maternity staff, racism and discrimination, and chronic staff shortages. Below is an exploration of what led to the report and what happens next. Continue reading...
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