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EPISODE · Jun 30, 2026 · 32 MIN

‘It’s galling, as a bereaved parent': Britain's maternity scandal

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After a series of reports about individual failing maternity trusts in England, a national report is published today. It says women are not being listened to, racism is systemic, regulators are failing and triage is not working. So how did things get so bad? What do families think of the report's findings? And will it finally force a change in England’s woeful maternity care?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuests:Eleanor Hayward, health editor, The TimesPoppy Koronka, health correspondent, The TimesHost: Manveen Rana. Producers: Olivia Case and Micaela Arneson. We want to hear from you - email: [email protected] more: Ockenden review: Three hospital bosses were awarded CBEsClips: GB News, BBC, ITV. Photo: Adobe.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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