Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN HL2547

Midwives: Vacancies

Tabled: 22 July 2026
Answered: 28 July 2026

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government why the 1,000 roles for newly qualified midwives announced in response to Baroness Amos’s investigation are temporary and not permanent.

Answer

We recognise that student midwives are a vital part of our future workforce, providing essential care and support to women, babies and families across maternity services.Temporary posts give providers flexibility to recruit ahead of turnover, so newly qua...
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