Written questions

Maternity Services: Standards

2026-07-19 · Department of Health and Social Care · HL2309 · Official question

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of regional disparities in maternity safety outcomes.

Answer

It is important that all women and babies receive safe, equitable, and compassionate care, regardless of where they live. All local areas have equity and equality action plans in place, which set out tailored interventions that tackle inequalities for wom...