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Becoming a mum should be a time when women feel they are in a safe and caring environment . ‌

And across Scotland, NHS midwives go the extra mile every day to make sure women get the best care. ‌

But a report published yesterday by Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) has highlighted major concerns about the care of patients at the maternity unit at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. ‌

According to the scathing findings , staff had an “overwhelming feeling of helplessness, frustration and worry for not only patient but staff safety”.

Inspectors found some women waiting for labour to be induced had experienced delays of more than 24 hours.

Health Secretary Neil Gray yesterday promised to take immediate action in light of the report. ‌

And in doing so he r

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