UKRuleOfficial ✓June 24, 2026· GOV.UK
Martha's Rule extended to all maternity services
What happened
A landmark patient safety initiative called Martha's Rule has been extended. This rollout applies to "all maternity settings." This decision was made after a "review found serious and sustained failures."
Why it matters
This policy aims to improve patient safety by extending a known initiative. Its implementation follows findings of significant shortcomings in maternity services.
Who it affects
- ›Patients in maternity services
- ›Maternity settings
- ›Staff in maternity services
Receipts
The receipts are official. The summary is ours.
Read on GOV.UK ↗Summaries are generated from the official text and may simplify or omit nuance. The official document is the source of truth.
More from UK
UKNoticeOfficial ✓
We call on all parties to cease grave violations against children and to comply fully with their obligations under international law: UK statement at the UN Security CouncilGOV.UK·Jun 24, 2026
UKNoticeOfficial ✓
Foreign Secretary announces support for Gaza with new child medical evacuations and assistance to Palestinians going to top UK universitiesGOV.UK·Jun 24, 2026
UKNoticeOfficial ✓
Russia’s violations of international humanitarian law in Ukraine are extensive and well-documented: UK statement to the OSCEGOV.UK·Jun 24, 2026