Perinatal Mortality
2026-06-14 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL946 · Official question
Question
To ask His Majesty's Government what independent investigatory route exists for families affected by antepartum stillbirth or stillbirth before 37 weeks' gestation other than a Perinatal Mortality Review Tool review conducted by the Trust involved in care
Answer
The Perinatal Mortality Review investigates all cases of stillbirth. The Maternity and Newborn Safety Investigation Programme investigates intrapartum stillbirths only. A coronial investigation may take place when the parents, or others, dispute that the ...