May 4, 2021
Gildernew welcomes change in maternity visits

Sinn Féin MLA Colm Gildernew has welcomed the news that partners will be allowed to accompany expectant mothers to prenatal appointments and births from 7 May. 

The party’s health spokesperson said: 

“I welcome confirmation that from Friday partners can again company expectant mothers to prenatal appointments and births. 

“This is great news and a relief for many families across the north. 

“We are continuing to make great progress on the pathway to recovery and today’s announcement is another step on that path.”

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