MIDWIFERY IN THE NHS

Early day motion 2459, tabled 22 November 2011 by Dan Rogerson (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 92 members.

That this House pays tribute to the work of midwives in ensuring women have a safe and secure childbirth; recognises the pressures facing all those who work in maternity units, particularly in the context of a sharply rising birth rate; supports the right of women to choose where they give birth; and calls on NHS trusts to ensure there are adequate midwife numbers in their hospitals.

Signatures by party: Labour 47, Liberal Democrat 23, Conservative 11, DUP 8, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Green 1.