High-quality end-of-life care, and an open and transparent child death review process are of vital importance in providing understanding and closure for both families and staff as well as supporting shared system-wide learning. 

This framework complements existing national and statutory documents while providing more detailed operational guidance in areas where clinical interpretation is challenging.

We welcome your comments on this DRAFT document ahead of a final version being published later this year.

Consultation closes: 24 September 2025.

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Neonatal Mortality Governance DRAFT Framework
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