Shropshire hospital trust launches dedicated home birth team
"Families will get to know our team throughout pregnancy, and their experience will centre on collaborative decision-making and on birth preferences being safely supported."The trust said two midwives, including at least one from the new team wherever possible, would attend during labour. Paula Gardener, interim chief nursing officer, added: "Having a dedicated team of midwives ready to support the birth preferences of families in our communities means continuity of care and an opportunity for strong and trusting relationships to be forged".
Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
BBC News
6 hours ago
- BBC News
Enforcement action threatened over Ludlow wall collapse
A local authority is being threatened with enforcement action over a long-standing dispute regarding a collapsed wall. A structural engineer's report in 2021 concluded the original slippage by St Laurence's Church in Ludlow, in February 2013, was most likely caused by a build-up of of a dispute between the town council and parochial church council (PCC) over responsibility, only temporary measures have been taken to prop up the wall. Letters from the respective parties' solicitors have been sent to Ludlow town councillors ahead of a meeting on Monday to discuss the situation. On behalf of the PCC, Veale Wasbrough Vizards said it had been instructed to take the necessary steps "to achieve a resolution of this longstanding matter"."We have advised our client that they are not responsible for repairs or other works of maintenance to the collapsed wall nor are they liable to make any financial contribution to the costs thereof," a spokesperson said. "Due consideration" would be given to proposals for a "timely resolution," the company added "as matters stand at present, however, and regrettably, our client evidently has no option other than to take enforcement action in order to determine the matter".In response, Geldards, which is representing Ludlow Town Council, said that the solicitor's letter "lacks the necessary legal particulars to support the assertion of liability"."The issue of ownership of the wall is central to the question of liability but your letter does not address this or provide any documentation or title evidence to confirm that the relevant section of wall forms part of the churchyard or is otherwise within the PCC's legal responsibility".It added that it would "respond appropriately" to any formal letter of claim. This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Shrewsbury postman named Postie of the Year
A Shrewsbury postman has spoken of his pride after he won the "unbelievable" Postie of the Year award. Richard Kesterton collected his prize at the inaugural Heart of Royal Mail Awards, after 25 years of service. A Royal Mail spokesperson said the Shropshire postman had "consistently demonstrated Royal Mail's core values". Speaking at the awards, Mr Kesterton said: "It's really special. I'm still very shocked to be named Postie of the Year." He added: "It's unbelievable. It's been inspiring seeing everybody here today. I'm really proud." The Royal Mail said Mr Kesterton's exceptional work as a Workplace Coach had stood role included welcoming and inducting new employees, while also providing ongoing coaching and support to existing team members. The spokesperson added: "His efforts have not only delivered outstanding results but have also earned the admiration and recognition of senior leadership." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Fewer patients waiting for planned surgery in Shropshire and Telford
A hospital trust has said it has reduced the number of patients on its planned surgery waiting list by 20% in the past nine Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, which runs Princess Royal Hospital (PRH) in Telford and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH), also said no children or young people had waited longer than a year for said this was down to a series of improvements including a new theatres timetable, more outpatient appointments and new digital tools."It has been a whole team effort including theatres, anaesthetics and booking and scheduling colleagues," said Andrena Weston, from the trust. The number of patients waiting more than a year for planned surgery had reduced by more than 75%, the trust PRH worked from a new high intensity theatre list, which saw 11 hernia procedures take place in one day, while more than 5,500 people were treated in a new planned care hub at the site."This is positive news for our patients as we know that earlier access to routine treatment can lead to a better recovery and improved health outcomes, enabling them to get back to their daily lives as quickly as possible," said consultant surgeon Joe McCloud. Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
