Maternity Services: Equality
Commons · Question 97342 · Tabled 4 Dec 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 16 Dec 2025
Question
Asked by Marie Goldman
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what progress he has made on setting a target to reduce maternal health inequalities.
Answer
Answered by Karin Smyth, 16 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.The Government is committed to setting an explicit ta...