Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Fund research into improving maternal health outcomes for black women in the UK
Open for signatures
207 signatures
What the petition asks
We are calling for the Government to increase funding into research focused on maternal health outcomes for black women, including improved data collection and transparency around maternal outcomes.
We must ensure all women receive equal, safe, and respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth. Black women in the UK are more likely to experience serious complications during pregnancy and childbirth, as well as being at higher risk of death, as reported by MBRRACE-UK IN 2024. Reasons include delayed diagnosis, untreated conditions, and poorer care. We believe more research and funding are needed to understand these disparities, improve outcomes, and ensure all women receive safe, equal and timely maternity care.
Timeline
| 28 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
207
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
28 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.