Summary
An interim report led by Baroness Amos has found that maternity services in England have significant problems, including racism and poor staff relationships. These issues are causing failures in care for many families. Health Secretary Wes Streeting has promised to act on the final recommendations due in April.
Key Facts
- Maternity services in England are facing issues at multiple stages of care.
- Racism and poor staff relationships were highlighted as key problems.
- Baroness Amos identified six areas of concern, including understaffing and outdated facilities.
- Discrimination was reported against women from minority ethnic backgrounds and other disadvantaged groups.
- Over 8,000 people provided evidence to the review, with over 400 families meeting Baroness Amos.
- Problems in maternity services have been reported for years, affecting multiple NHS Trusts.
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting has committed to implementing the final report's recommendations.
- A specific case highlighted involved the death of an infant due to medical neglect at Worthing Hospital.
