Coroners’ advice on maternal deaths in England and Wales routinely ignored, study finds

The GuardianWednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12:01:01 AM
Coroners’ advice on maternal deaths in England and Wales routinely ignored, study finds
  • A study by King’s College London indicates that coroners' recommendations to prevent maternal deaths in England and Wales are largely disregarded, with almost two
  • The failure to implement coroners' advice not only undermines efforts to reduce maternal mortality but also reflects a broader issue of systemic inaction in the healthcare system. This negligence can have devastating consequences for families and communities.
  • The situation mirrors other areas of public health where recommendations from coroners have been overlooked, such as the ongoing calls for inquiries into the government's inaction on pro
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