Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'

According to an independent inquiry, racism and discrimination in England's maternity care system is unacceptable and threatening patient safety. The BBC reports that the government has promised to act on these findings. The inquiry detailed widespread issues in how maternity services treat patients, raising serious concerns about equity in care. Officials say they will tackle these systemic problems, with the government calling the situation something that shames society. The findings underscore the need for urgent reform to ensure all patients receive equal and safe maternal healthcare.

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