Racism and staffing issues factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds
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Key Points:
- An interim report led by Baroness Amos finds that maternity services in England are failing many families, citing racism, staffing shortages, poor staff relationships, and accountability issues as key factors.
- The report highlights structural racism and discrimination against minority groups, including Black, Asian, disabled, Muslim, refugee, asylum-seeking, and LGBT families, leading to higher risks of adverse outcomes.
- Issues such as outdated facilities, insufficient staffing, and lack of compassion during baby loss contribute to poor maternity care and compounded trauma for families.
- Campaigners and bereaved families, including those affected by incidents at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust, criticize the review for lacking depth and call for a statutory inquiry rather than a high-level review.
- Labour MP
