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RCM supports calls for better reproductive and sexual health services in Northern Ireland
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has called for more investment in reproductive and sexual health services in Northern Ireland on the back of a new report published today. The report comes one year after abortion regulations came into effect ...
Northern Ireland midwives vote in favour of industrial action
Almost 95% of RCM members in Northern Ireland who responded to a consultation about industrial action, including strike action, over pay conditions have voted in favour.
Country news: Northern Ireland
Hello: This is my first country news since taking up the role of RCM director for Northern Ireland.
RCM to consult Northern Ireland members on industrial action
More than a quarter of mums (27%) did not enjoy their maternity leave as much as they thought they would a poll commissioned for The Emma Barnett Show on BBC Radio 5 Live has shown.
Have your say on pay in Northern Ireland
The odds of women developing postnatal depression (PND) increase by up to 79% when they give birth to boys compared to girls, a research study has found.
Poll reveals support to change Northern Ireland abortion law
Increased risks at birth, including low birthweight and seizures, have been associated with babies of older fathers in a study in the US.
RCM introduces new Northern Ireland director
Midwife Karen Murray from Belfast is the newly appointed RCM director for Northern Ireland.
RCM comments on abortion in Northern Ireland
In light of the result of the abortion referendum in the Republic of Ireland (ROI), Northern Ireland now has one of the most restrictive abortion laws in Europe.
Country news: Northern Ireland
News and updates from RCM Northern Ireland by director Breedagh Hughes (Midwives Summer 2018).