The Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) says it will be more honest with families affected by maternity failings as a major review into its services continues. It comes after The Sunday Times reported a significant change to the way the maternity review is being run, which means around 1,700 families are now expected to have their cases examined.
The review into Nottingham's maternity services began in September last year and at a meeting today (July 10), NUH will commit to a more transparent relationship with the families involved. Nick Carver, the Chair of NUH, said: "For too long we have failed to listen to women and families who have been affected by failings in our maternity services. This 'brick wall' has caused additional pain, and this must change.
"Families should not have to fight to get the answers they deserve and we are committed to gaining their trust, and the trust of all our communities by listening and engaging with them. Some families, who we have had the chance to meet, have told us they want a meaningful apology that they recognise as meeting their needs, including accountability and a change in the culture.
