How Streeting's NHS efficiency drive could lead to more maternity scandals

How Streeting's NHS efficiency drive could lead to more maternity scandals

NHS bosses fear another maternity scandal is waiting to happen unless “shocking” cuts to hospital budgets are reversed to meet rising demand.Trust leaders said there is mounting concern over patient safety after the money ringfenced for maternity care reduced from £95m overall in 2024-25 to just £2m this year as part of efficiency cuts across the health service. Chief executives said they are worried the cuts will not only damage work to improve…

We are at a crossroads in maternity care. Work pressure is higher than ever, write nine leaders at the Norwegian Association of Midwives.

New report to tackle inequality in maternity care

New report to tackle inequality in maternity care Meghan Shaw 19 May, 2025 New report to tackle inequality in maternity care 19 May, 2025 A new report from NHS Providers, Bold action: tackling inequalities in maternity care, calling on the government to support NHS trust leaders in their ongoing efforts to improve the quality and safety of maternity services across England.This report highlights the consequences of rising healthcare demand an…

Streeting’s ‘agile’ delivery unit delayed

Plans for an “agile and high-performing” delivery unit in the Department of Health and Social Care have been delayed amid disagreements within the department, HSJ understands.