Largest maternity review in NHS history to be published (opens original article in a new tab)

The NHS is releasing the largest maternity review in its history, addressing preventable baby deaths and maternal harm, following high-profile cases and financial settlements.

• The NHS is publishing the largest maternity review in its history following multiple cases of preventable baby deaths and maternal harm.
• Sarah and Jack Hawkins' daughter Harriet died in 2016, with an external review concluding her death was 'almost certainly preventable' and the trust paid £2.8m in compensation.
• A 2019 case involving Wynter Andrews resulted in an £800,000 fine for the trust after her death, with parents calling for accountability and systemic change.