‘Horrific’ maternity care failings at Nottingham NHS trust prompt calls for public inquiry (opens original article in a new tab)

A review found severe failings in Nottingham NHS maternity care leading to 520 mothers and babies harmed or dying, prompting calls for a public inquiry and reforms.

• 444 women and 76 newborn babies suffered 'potentially avoidable' outcomes at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust between 2012 and 2025.
• The review found systemic failings including understaffing, bullying, and a culture of silence that led to preventable harm and deaths.
• Calls for a public inquiry into NHS maternity care have been made by families and experts, with the government considering the request.