A statement from the NNA in response to the Lucy Letby case

The relationship between neonatal nurses and families experiencing neonatal care is based on a foundation of trust. The NNA recognise that this foundation has been shaken by the verdict in the Lucy Letby case.

First and foremost, the NNA would like to extend heartfelt condolences to all the families involved in this devastating case. We would also like to acknowledge the impact on families past, present and future within neonatal services. We hope all families are being offered the support they feel they need.

As a charity primarily for neonatal nurses, the NNA recognises the impact of this verdict on all neonatal nurses. Your work, day in and day out, is essential, valued and is making a positive difference to babies and families. We urge you to seek support as needed and recognise as individuals how challenged this verdict may make you feel. We also acknowledge the impact a verdict such as this has on the wider neonatal workforce and nurses everywhere.

The NNA will continue our commitment to work with NHSE to support recommendations when the report of the Lucy Letby statutory enquiry is published. As a team, we are also looking at ways we can support the neonatal nursing community in the aftermath of this report.

RCPCH response to verdict in Lucy Letby trial

NHS England letter in response to the trial

BAPM response to the Lucy Letby verdict

ACP-UK Rapid Response to the conviction of Lucy Letby

ACP-UK neonatal unit resource pack

Bliss Baby Charity – for babies born premature or sick

Shiny Mind – mental health and wellbeing app, co-created with the NHS