Maternity assessment

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About the assessment

An independent assessment into maternity services at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) was announced by the Minister for Health on 30 August 2024.
The assessment will examine a number of concerns raised by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) and past and current staff related to the safety and quality of care at the RHH.
It will include consultation with staff, women and other interested people through forums, focus groups and individual interviews.

Ms Amanda Singleton, an experienced nurse, midwife and health consultant, will lead the independent assessment.
Ms Singleton has a diverse background in the delivery of health services in Victoria over a 35-year career, with significant experience in the governance and management of maternity services in rural and metropolitan settings.
Ms Singleton’s appointment was announced on 12 September 2024.

Ms Amanda Singleton has established a small team of independent reviewers, including a consumer, to investigate the recent concerns raised by the ANMF and past and current staff.
The review team will visit Tasmania from interstate on two occasions throughout the review, to meet with staff and consumers.

The review team welcomes feedback from staff and consumers that wish to contribute.
If you are interested in contributing, please email the review team: [email protected]