The Labour chairwoman joined the picket line outside Hope Hospital andhas privately lobbied health secretary Patricia Hewitt about theclosure.
In December, the Greater Manchester Strategic Health Authority decidedto reduce the number of in-patient baby units in the region from 13 toeight claiming the move will ensure "safer and higher quality care". Thechanges are part of a controversial Government shake-up of NHS servicesthroughout the country.
According to Blears: "My first and foremost job is to represent Salfordand the people of the area, and I will continue to make the case thatSalford needs its maternity services."
Register Now to Continue Reading
Thank you for visiting Children & Young People Now and making use of our archive of more than 60,000 expert features, topics hubs, case studies and policy updates. Why not register today and enjoy the following great benefits:
What's Included
-
Free access to 4 subscriber-only articles per month
-
Email newsletter providing advice and guidance across the sector
Already have an account? Sign in here
