Mama to five beautiful humans, Regional Officer for the Royal College of Midwives and maid to a small and fluffy horse. All opinions expressed are my own.
Gloucestershire
Joined April 2009
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Katherine Griffiths retweeted
A great programme. Details in how to book 👇. @KennerleyMaggie @Fi_Gibb @HeatherB_RCM @ScotlandRCM @RcmNi @RcmCymru @CSfMWales @KateFGriffiths
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
🚨 New proposals to withdraw midwifery care risk leaving women & birthing people without support in labour. As our CEO shared, "we will not allow this erosion of human rights by stealth to occur unnoticed."
Read more at 🔗: bit.ly/49c4T2f or : bit.ly/4mWOWmx
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
Another cohort of Syndeo leaders has concluded. An inspiring group of leaders who are championing change. Thank you- been a fab few days! #RCMLeadership @KennerleyMaggie @Fi_Gibb @HeatherB_RCM @KateFGriffiths @StoneHandley @MidwivesRCM @Emma_RCM
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
New employment rights take effect from 6 April, bringing important updates for employers.
For more details, catch up on our webinar recording. 🔗 register.gotowebinar.com/rec…
#EmploymentRightsAct #EmploymentLaw #HR #Policy
ALT An infographic from Acas highlighting Employment Rights Act changes effective from 6 April 2026. Key changes include doubling the paternity leave allowance, incorporating parental leave from day one at work, adding whistleblowing protection to address sexual harassment, removing the Lower Earnings Limit for Statutory Sick Pay, simplifying trade union recognition, and updating Fair Work Agency rights. Visit acas.org.uk for more details.
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
An impactful programme. If you want to know more please get in touch. @KennerleyMaggie
We ran our very successful Syndeo leadership programme again this year with eight programmes taking place across three countries and two channel islands. Bookings for 2026 are now open: buff.ly/mRRcEKh
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
It's important to remind people of the true meaning of Christmas: ghosts terrorising rich people in the middle of the night until they agree to pay their employees more.
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
Earlier this year, my wife and I had an early miscarriage.
It was a traumatic event and after it happened we agreed that we would share our story, to raise awareness and help others in similar situations find support.
This is my speech during a recent Parliamentary debate on Baby Loss.
If you would like to learn more please visit: tommys.org
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
Join us and @Coppafeelpeople on 23 October for an online event. This webinar will cover a whole host of topics including pregnancy-associated breast cancer, common breast problems and provide you with information and resources. Book your ticket now: buff.ly/0KKXphy
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
October is Stoptober and since February 2024 the Maternity Smoke Free Pregnancy Service in Essex has been transforming lives - helping almost 230 families quit smoking and give their babies the best possible start in life
Read Samantha and Dean's story at orlo.uk/tvZA3
ALT Samantha Richards and Dean Smith-Shaw
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
As the NHS England consultation on the draft professional strategy for nursing and midwifery closes, RCM Chief Executive Gill Walton sets out why the College has chosen not to participate. Read more in our latest blog, Midwifery deserves more. buff.ly/ltQPAeW
So much experience and passion in the room. Great to be with @MidwivesRCM activists.
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
What does the Government’s rapid review into maternity services mean for you as a midwife or MSW?
The RCM is by your side. If you're working in one of the 14 named Trusts and have questions, we've answered them in a new FAQ.
Read more: buff.ly/bQdsVVc
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
See below 👇 to book.
Equitable bereavement care: culturally responsive midwifery in perinatal loss. 24 Sept 7-8.30pm. This webinar is an opportunity for education on the unique needs of global majority families during times of profound grief.
Book Now
rcm.org.uk/events/2025/05/19…
@MidwivesRCM
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
MHRA confirms taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children. Read more: bit.ly/4mFDBFK
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
OUH today issued a letter to women and their families who are currently using maternity services at OUH, or who have used them in the past, about our inclusion in the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation.
Read the letter in full ⬇️
🔗 orlo.uk/HdSLQ
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
General secretary of the RCM @GillWaltonRCM said:
“Our members pay uplift this year was one of the lowest in the public sector and it has left them frustrated with the entire PRB process."
nursingtimes.net/workforce/h…
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
If I'm not Scottish how come I can rhyme in Scots?
Laurence Fox, a bawheid radge,
Racist blether, deidbeat dad.
Failed at actin, daein it bad,
Now he’s jist a daft wee lad
Katherine Griffiths retweeted
MSW and RCM Activist Chrissy Jones seconding the @RoyColPod motion on ‘paid work-time for all nursing parents’ @The_TUC Congress this afternoon 🙌
#unionswinningatwork
#TUC2025
