The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
23rd March 2026
On Friday 20 March, the Scottish Government confirmed that Scotland will become the first country in the UK to introduce a miscarriage patient charter, providing clear information on the care and support people can expect from NHS services. The Miscarriage Association has been closely involved in supporting the development of this work. The charter has been commissioned […]
19th March 2026
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has today (19 March) published its third report looking at what happened to the NHS and health services during the pandemic, including shedding light on how restrictions affected access to pregnancy care at the time. We welcome the Report’s recognition of the significant impact on those experiencing pregnancy loss during this time. It highlights how many women were […]
18th March 2026
We welcome the announcement of a new taskforce to oversee action on the recommendations of the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, led by Baroness Amos. The 17-member taskforce will be chaired by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, and brings together an expert panel including senior NHS leaders, royal colleges, campaigners, academics […]
11th March 2026
Last week (5 March), the Miscarriage Association visited Scottish Parliament to co-host an evening reception with the Scottish Baby Loss Collaborative. The collaborative has a united vision, that everyone in Scotland deserves access to the care and support they need around pregnancy, baby or infant loss. The event was sponsored by Paul McLennan MSP and […]
11th March 2026
For many people, Mother’s Day is a time of celebration. A day filled with cards, flowers and messages of appreciation. But for those who have experienced pregnancy loss, the day can feel very different. Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions: grief for the baby you lost, longing for the future you hoped for, […]
9th March 2026
Our major new report, Miscarriage in the UK, published in March 2026, reveals that more than six in ten women (65%) say they did not receive adequate follow-up care after miscarriage. The report, based on the experiences of more than 1,000 people affected by pre-24-week pregnancy loss across the UK, highlights widespread gaps in healthcare, […]
26th February 2026
Today, 26 February, Baroness Amos, Chair of the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, published the investigation’s interim report. In response, Vicki Robinson, Miscarriage Association Chief Executive, said: “We welcome the interim report’s spotlight on systemic issues identified within maternity and neonatal care — particularly around compassionate communication, safety and accountability. However, miscarriage and early pregnancy […]
25th February 2026
Have you used our support services? We’d really value hearing about your experience. Every day, people contact us looking for understanding, information and compassionate support. To make sure we’re reaching more people impacted by miscarriage in ways that truly work for them, we’re taking time to listen. As part of this, we’re inviting people who […]
18th February 2026
When you experience the loss of a baby, the immediate impact is shock and grief. But very quickly, another feeling can rise to the surface – a sense of anxiety that can feel very hard to switch off. Miscarriage can happen without warning, and that suddenness may change how you experience the world. The shock […]