“Failure to recognise babies as patients”: Response to the Independent Investigation into Maternity & Neonatal Services Final Report

June 30, 2026

The final report of the Independent Investigation into Maternity and Neonatal Services in England was published today (June 30)

Bliss' response to the Independent Review of Maternity Services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

June 24, 2026

Donna Ockenden has today published the final report of the Independent Review of Maternity Services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust…

New report shows reduction in baby deaths, but persistent inequalities and variation remains

June 11, 2026

New data from MBRRACE-UK released today (Thursday 11 June) shows that the rate of neonatal mortality was lower in 2024 compared to 2023.

Bliss Chief Executive appointed to the National Maternity and Neonatal Taskforce's Charity and Third Sector Expert Reference Group

May 21, 2026

Caroline Lee-Davey honoured to represent neonatal babies' voices in the important work

Royal Surrey County neonatal unit achieves Bliss Baby Charter Platinum

May 11, 2026

The assessment team observed that the unit is an impressive and welcoming environment for families.

Colleagues and friends remember Bliss founder Josie Evans

May 05, 2026

Josie sadly passed away in late March 2026

Princess Royal (Telford) neonatal unit achieves Bliss Baby Charter Gold

March 27, 2026

The unit evidenced parents having meaningful involvement in shared decision-making, and hands-on participation in their baby’s care

UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module 3 Report highlights impact of the pandemic on parents with babies in neonatal care

March 19, 2026

The report published today accepts Bliss’ position that parents of babies in neonatal care are not visitors and recognises the distress that was…

Wishaw Hospital Neonatal unit awarded Bliss Baby Charter Gold

March 09, 2026

The unit demonstrated a solid foundation in Family Integrated Care

Bliss response to new Interim report for the Independent Maternity and Neonatal Investigation

February 26, 2026

Bliss responds to the publication of the Welsh Maternity and Neonatal National Assurance Assessment

February 25, 2026

Bliss welcomes the publication today of the Welsh Maternity and Neonatal National Assurance Assessment, which provides a thorough overview of current…

Bliss celebrates the start of three-year transformational funding improving neonatal care support for families across the UK

February 06, 2026

We have been awarded £220,350 over three years from The National Lottery Community Fund

The National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation launches Call for Evidence

January 20, 2026

This National Investigation is an important opportunity to have your voice heard and to help the Investigation Team understand the reality of…

Remembering Professor Lelia Duley for her pioneering research into care of premature babies

January 16, 2026

We are extremely saddened to hear of the death of Professor Lelia Duley whose incredible work made a significant contribution to neonatal research.

Bliss response to publication of ‘Reflections and Initial Impressions’ report from National Maternity & Neonatal Investigation

December 09, 2025

Our response to the publication today (9 December) of Baroness Amos’ Reflections and Initial Impressions report from the National Maternity &…

Bliss Baby Charter Gold accreditation awarded to Antrim Area General Hospital neonatal unit

November 27, 2025

We are delighted to announce that Antrim Area Hospital neonatal unit has successfully completed its Bliss Baby Charter Gold accreditation, celebrated…

Babies born to Black mothers and those from deprived areas face significantly poorer neonatal survival rates

November 05, 2025

A study led by academics at the University of Liverpool has found that babies born to Black mothers are 81% more likely to die in neonatal care.…

Bliss welcomes four new Trustees

October 23, 2025

Bliss is delighted to announce the appointment of four new Trustees to the Bliss Board, who between them bring extensive personal and professional…