@DivyaTalwar1

BBC Investigative reporter & documentary presenter. Got a story - email: [email protected], @divyatalwar21 on IG. My views only.

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My debut @BBCPanorama out tomorrow! For 6 months @EllieDoward and I have been investigating crisis pregnancy centres. We found evidence some are giving unethical advice which could persuade women not to have abortions. @BBC1, 8.30pm #Panorama #crisispregnancycentresuncovered – at Camden Town, London
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"All that I wanted, expected or had the right to receive was good quality care, treatment and to take my daughter home. We didn't even receive the absolute basics of care." bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c862…

Leeds General Infirmary midwives' actions before baby's death scrutinised

The proceedings centre around the care of a baby who died in Leeds 27 minutes after she was born.

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NEW: I have spoken to the parents of seven children who believe the wrong sperm or egg donors were used during IVF treatments. The cases are linked to clinics in Northern Cyprus – a popular destination for Brits seeking fertility treatment abroad. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c74v…

'Something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to UK families by IVF clinics in northern Cyprus

Families of seven children believe the wrong sperm or egg donors were used in their IVF treatment.

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Members of new maternity task force announced by Wes Streeting to deliver ‘urgent action’ on maternity.
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Donna Ockenden appointed as Chair of the Leeds Maternity and Neonatal Inquiry by @wesstreeting. @BBCNews feature by the amazing @DivyaTalwar1
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@JonathanPieNewsMar 10
Sometimes there are moments in the House of Commons that take your breath away. An extraordinarily brave performance from Charlotte Nichols.
Politics UK
@PolitlcsUKMar 10
🚨 WATCH: Labour MP Charlotte Nichols reveals she was raped as an MP as she opposes the jury trial reforms "I waited 1,088 days to go to court. We've been told [by the Government] that if we have concerns about this Bill, it's because we've not been raped"
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New - The health secretary has made a U-turn and appointed @DOckendenLtd to lead the inquiry into 'repeated maternity' failures at Leeds. Families first wrote to the Wes Streeting in Jan 2025 calling for this - they've had to fight so long to be heard. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9v0…

Donna Ockenden made Leeds Hospitals Trust maternity inquiry chair

Donna Ockenden is appointed to lead the maternity services inquiry at Leeds hospitals.

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Rob Sissons
@RobSissons1Mar 4
Nottingham's NHS maternity services remain rated "requires improvement" by ⁦@CareQualityComm⁩ results from latest inspection from last May out today. CQC acknowledges delay in publication not ideal but says process takes time. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c363…

Under-fire Nottingham maternity services still need to improve, inspectors say

Maternity services at the trust are the subject of the largest inquiry of its kind in NHS history.

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Another day. Another Lucy Letby headline theguardian.com/uk-news/2026…

Lucy Letby case expert witness was under fitness-to-practise investigation during trial

Exclusive: Jury was never told about inquiry into key prosecution witness Peter Hindmarsh, which looked into allegations including of harm to patients

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These failings are disturbing but not surprising - we’ve been hearing about these issues for too long - what families say they need now is lessons learnt, action and improvements. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c309…

Racism and staffing issues factors in 'failing' maternity care, report finds

The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.

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BabylossMummy
@babylossmummyFeb 23
Agree wholeheartedly and support ♥️
Michelle Welsh MP
@MichelleWelshMPFeb 23
As Chair of the APPG on Maternity, and as a harmed mother, I remain committed to securing truth, accountability and safer maternity care. Families deserve nothing less. My statement ⬇️
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@BBCLeedsFeb 23
Streeting says he takes Leeds maternity care inquiry concerns 'extremely seriously' bbc.in/46offuN

Streeting says families deserve 'truth' as maternity inquiry delayed

The health secretary will meet bereaved families on Monday, as delay into maternity care probe drags on.

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@BBCSussexFeb 20
The parents of a baby who died at five days old say they are "devastated and angry" after they believe warning signs were missed before their daughter was born by emergency caesarean section at the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. More here: bbc.in/4rSzZ5W
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“This inquiry is being set up to minimise the scope, the scale and the scandal that will come up.” @wesstreeting @Keir_Starmer @RichardBurgon @MichelleWelshMP @alexsobel @KatieJWhite @FabianLeedsNE @RachelReevesMP @MarkJSewards @hilarybennmp
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We want to hear from women and families who have experienced bereavement or harm when using maternity or neonatal services. We understand that sharing your experience may be difficult. If you feel able to share, our Call for Evidence is available below: matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-ev…
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Sky News
@SkyNewsFeb 20
New midwives 'having to work in retail and hospitality' Read more 🔗 trib.al/kFuHaiY

Newly qualified midwives struggle to land job - despite 'chronic' staff shortages

It comes as Sky News has been putting a spotlight on maternity care in the UK over the last few months, following the release of a report by the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation.

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Catherine Roy@catherineroyukJan 19
"Six-figure settlement secured in vaginal mesh negligence claim" bit.ly/49cGZo1

Six-figure settlement secured in vaginal mesh negligence claim - Ashtons Legal

Six-figure settlement against a Consultant Gynaecologist who performed vaginal mesh repair surgery on a private patient in 2007.

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Shaun Lintern@ShaunLinternJan 4
🚨 EXC: @GreatOrmondSt surgeon Yaser Jabbar now confirmed to have harmed between 85 and 100 children at the world famous hospital. Some have lifelong derformed limbs. Insiders say trust managers have failed to tackle deeper cultural problems: thetimes.com/article/90e30da…

Latest news & breaking headlines

The latest breaking UK, US, world, business and sport news from The Times and The Sunday Times. Go beyond today's headlines with in-depth analysis and comment.

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"Asian women in England almost twice as likely to suffer severe childbirth tears" theguardian.com/lifeandstyle…

Asian women in England almost twice as likely to suffer severe childbirth tears

Exclusive: Analysis of NHS data shows rates of most serious tears are nearly double those for white and black women

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@SkyNews23 Dec 2025
Comedian Russell Brand charged with further counts of rape and sexual assault trib.al/0XZUeii

Comedian Russell Brand charged with further counts of rape and sexual assault

The comedian and actor is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 20 January 2026 in relation to the two additional charges.

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BirthTrauma@BirthTrauma17 Dec 2025
Rosie’s horrendous story is the perfect example of what’s wrong in maternity. dailymail.co.uk/lifestyle/fa…

My pelvis snapped in half giving birth and no one noticed

Clinging to the edge of the bed on the postnatal ward, I deployed a syringe of morphine into my mouth as I braced myself. When I finally got to the bathroom, I was shaking with the pain and humilia...

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