House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Independent National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation
15 September 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care
Proposed by Karin Smyth Lab Bristol South
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Independent National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation selects fourteen hospital trusts for review.
- Baroness Valerie Amos appointed to chair the investigation.
- Initial findings and recommendations expected by December 2025.
Issue summary
The statement announces the fourteen hospital trusts selected for an independent investigation into maternity and neonatal services, initiated due to concerns about baby deaths and maternal mortality.
Action requested
Baroness Valerie Amos has been appointed to chair the review, which will start immediate work with the chosen hospitals. The investigation aims to gather evidence directly from families and staff to create a national set of actions to improve care, with initial findings and recommendations due by December 2025.
Key facts
- Baroness Valerie Amos has been appointed as Chair for the independent review.
- Fourteen hospital trusts have been selected based on data metrics and diversity criteria.
- The investigation will start detailed work immediately with these hospitals.
- Initial findings and recommendations are due by December 2025.