Maternal Mortality: Ethnic Groups
Commons · Question 96522 · Tabled 2 Dec 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 11 Dec 2025
Question
Asked by Marie Goldman
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to reduce disparities in maternal mortality rates between women from different ethnic backgrounds.
Answer
Answered by Karin Smyth, 11 Dec 2025
The Department recognises that there are stark inequalities for women and babies, and that they should receive the high-quality care they deserve, regardless of their background, location, or ethnicity. Stillbirth and neonatal mortality rates remain highe...