RCM
Midwives working huge amount of unpaid extra hours – survey
RCM said its members are waiting for a pay announcement from the Government, which was due at the start of April.
Midwife education facing ‘unprecedented’ challenges
The Royal College of Midwives is now calling for ‘substantial and sustained investment’ in higher education.
Midwife shortage and rising obesity levels straining maternity care – report
The NHS in England was short of the equivalent of 2,500 full-time midwives, the study suggested.
Royal College of Midwives urges members to back industrial action
THE Royal College of Midwives has encouraged members to back industrial action as it opens a formal ballot on pay.
Doctor left in fear over online threats following Covid-19 vaccine advice
Dr Chris Hagan, medical director of the Belfast Trust, revealed the online abuse which he and colleagues had suffered.
My baby is due soon – what support and care will I get during the lockdown?
Q: I'M ABOUT to give birth and I'm worried about my baby's health because of the coronavirus pandemic, and also about the lack of support I'll have from family and friends because of the lockdown.
Abortion guidelines divide opinion while midwives insist more direction needed
A LEADING body which represents GPs has said the government's interim guidance on abortion gives much-needed clarity and assurance to medics.
Do pregnant women really need more than two baby scans?
ONE of the most exciting things after finding out you're pregnant is going for a scan and seeing your baby for the first time.
Labour MP pledges free travel for Northern Ireland women receiving abortions in England
A LABOUR MP who was instrumental in getting free abortions for Northern Ireland women in England yesterday pledged to ensure their travel costs are covered.
'Rape clause' in new tax credit rules described as 'inhumane'
A LEADING doctor has warned of the "potentially harmful impact" of new legislation that will force women who have been raped to relive their ordeal to qualify for some benefits.