Rutland MP calls for greater hospital visiting rights for pregnant women

60 MPs so far have backed Alicia Kearns' campaign

Pregnant woman
Author: Andy MarshPublished 15th Sep 2020

A campaign has been launched by Rutland's MP asking for all NHS trusts to adapt to government guidance and ensure all pregnant women can bring someone to every appointment.

Two thirds of hospitals across the country aren't allowing loved ones to accompany expectant mums despite the Government lifting the restrictions when we came out of national lockdown.

So far 60 MPs have backed the campaign.

Alicia Kearns, who's pregnant herself, says it's a scary time