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Written question asked by Lord Kempsell (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 August 2026. It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 July 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Maternity Services: Public Appointments

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government when the new maternity and neonatal commissioner will be appointed by; and whether they will have a set time in post.

Answer

The Government has announced that it will appoint a statutory Maternity and Neonatal Commissioner. The full scope and role of the Maternity and Neonatal Commissioner is being considered urgently through the National Maternity and Neonatal Taskforce.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2548
Session
2026-27
Related items
Maternity and Neonatal Commissioner
Monday, 14 September 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Public appointments Maternity services
Link
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