Over the past decade, thousands of families say they have been failed by England's maternity services. With a review into 12 NHS trusts due to publish its interim findings this week, we hear from some of those affected. What went wrong? And can future tragedies can be prevented?
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Guest: Poppy Koronka, health correspondent, The Times.
Host: Luke Jones.
Producer: Shabnam Grewal.
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If you’ve been affected by any of the issues raised, the following organisations may be able to help:
- Sands is a UK charity that provides support to anyone affected by the death of a baby. Please visit www.sands.org.uk or call the helpline on 0808 164 3332
- The Birth Trauma Association is a charity that supports women and families who have experienced traumatic birth. Visit www.birthtraumaassociation.org or call the helpline on 0203 621 6338
- Tommy's is a charity focused on pregnancy research in the UK. Visit their website www.tommys.org or call 0800 0147 800
Read more: NHS maternity failings leave women feeling blamed for poor care
Clips: Parliament TV, Channel 4 News, Ockenden Maternity Review, Sky News,
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