From CEMD to CEMACH to CMACE to...? Where now for the Confidential Enquiries into Maternal Deaths?

The author reflects on the collective effort in monitoring and reducing the maternal deaths, as well as improving the safety of childbirth in Great Britain. He says that one of the major achievements of anaesthetists is the reduction of maternal deaths due to anaesthesia. Furthermore, he notes that the ongoing review and reporting of maternal deaths in Great Britain should be continued to support the efforts in improving maternal safety.