Maternity Services: Equality
Lords · Question HL13899 · Tabled 26 Jan 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 16 Feb 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Bird
To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to address inequalities in maternal health outcomes, particularly among women from deprived or marginalised backgrounds.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Merron, 16 Feb 2026
Corrected 13 Apr 2026 by Baroness Merron
The Government 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.Baroness Amos is chairing the National Independent Ma...