Leeds Hospitals Report 56 Potentially Preventable Baby Deaths

An investigation has revealed that at least 56 babies and two mothers may have died preventably at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust over the past five years, raising serious concerns about the safety of its maternity units. Whistleblowers have expressed doubts regarding the quality of care at the two units, despite their 'good' rating from the Care Quality Commission. The trust's neonatal mortality rate is the highest in the UK, with data indicating 27 stillbirths and 29 neonatal deaths potentially linked to care issues. Families have criticized the trust for a lack of compassionate care and a culture of negligence, calling for an independent review and public inquiry. The trust's leadership has apologized for the negative experiences shared by families but maintains that the majority of births are safe. Additionally, concerns persist regarding the independence of any investigations due to the former CEO of the trust now leading the CQC, the regulatory body overseeing NHS standards.