Scbu

Thursday, June 19, 2025 yeovil maternity closure southsomerset healthcare nhs councillor paediatrics scbu protest

The temporary closure of maternity services at Yeovil Hospital has left expectant mothers across South Somerset in a state of uncertainty. Local residents and officials fear this pause could lead to a permanent shutdown, … Read More

Friday, June 6, 2025 yeovil maternity closure nhs somerset scbu healthcare recruitment mps trust

Somerset’s MPs have come together in strong opposition to the closure of Yeovil Hospital’s maternity services, branding the decision “disgraceful.” On May 12, the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust announced that the … Read More

Friday, May 23, 2025 yeovil maternity nhs somerset scbu staffing healthcare hospital safety recruitment

Somerset health officials have postponed any decision on reopening Yeovil Hospital’s maternity services until late this summer, following a temporary closure prompted by safety concerns. On May 12, the Somerset NHS … Read More

Thursday, May 15, 2025 yeovil maternity nhs somerset closure safety staffing scbu healthcare petition

The announcement of a six-month closure of the Yeovil Maternity Unit, including its Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), by the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has sparked calls for a critical incident declaration. Serving over 1,200 … Read More

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 yeovil maternity scbu paediatrics safety nhs somerset hospital closure neonatal

Yeovil Hospital has announced the temporary closure of its Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) and has suspended inpatient maternity services due to serious safety concerns affecting care for babies and children. This decision … Read More