Maternity scandal to be dramatised in new series
The drama will centre on Sarah and Jack Hawkins, who were among the first people to raise the alarm.
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Notable Quotes
"I thought, that's crazy, it's so exciting."
— Sarah Hawkins , Activist
"We knew from the behaviour of the hospital in 2016 - and it's not the hospital, not the bricks and mortar - but the people."
— Jack Hawkins , Activist
"The Ockenden review has demonstrated there there has been preventable harm and preventable death."
— Sarah Hawkins , Activist
"What you can't fit into a documentary is just the sheer depth of trauma and pain and frustration and struggle."
— Laura Warner , Executive
Key People
Donna Ockenden is one of the UK’s most senior midwives leading a major inquiry into maternity failures in Nottingham.
Jack Hawkins is an activist who raised concerns about maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals.
Jason Isaacs is an acclaimed actor known for his roles in various films and television series.
Laura Warner is an executive producer known for directing the documentary 'Maternity: Broken Trust.'
Sarah Hawkins is an activist campaigning for answers regarding maternity failings.
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The drama will centre on Sarah and Jack Hawkins, who were among the first people to raise the alarm.
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