Leeds maternity units graded 'inadequate' after families tell BBC of failings

Leeds maternity units downgraded to 'inadequate' by healthcare regulator due to significant risk to women and babies, with concerns raised about quality of care and staffing levels. Staffing issues, incidents of avoidable harm, and inadequate leadership were highlighted by the Care Quality Commission during inspections at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The trust is now required to take immediate action to improve maternity and neonatal services, following reports of inadequate care and avoidable harm experienced by families.