Angela Constance: “We will build a new Monklands Hospital.”

Corridor care is first and foremost distressing for patients. It is not right. It is not in their best interest.

While the vast majority of mothers receive good care, I have heard from families who were let down, and from those who have bravely shared their experiences of loss – these are powerful stories. Their experiences must shape improvement.

Scotland is home to many highly skilled internationally qualified doctors who fled conflict and persecution, and who want nothing more than to use their skills to help others,”

That is why I announced this independent review, which will sit alongside the inspections already under way of every acute maternity unit in Scotland, to identify the systemic changes needed to strengthen services and improve outcomes.