Keelie Barrett

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[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

Our members tell us they are exhausted, overstretched and working in unsustainable conditions. 45% of midwives report burnout often or always, and only 16% feel there are enough staff to do their job properly.

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

Tell us why you're 'Proud to be' and help us celebrate YOU for International Day of the Midwife. The deadline for submissions is 14 April 2026 so please get in touch ASAP. Please email [email protected] with a headshot, your full name and a brief testimonial to get involved!

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

The RCM is one of 14 health unions representing more than a million health workers.

All are united in saying that the 3.3% pay award is not enough.

Sign the open letter now: https://t.co/BlbbXlpqV6

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Make your views count....sign the letter

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

This is the Government’s last chance to improve on its inadequate 3.3% award: sign the joint open letter to Wes Streeting now.

We all want the NHS to succeed.

https://t.co/FLVTPhFMlg

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Calling all RCM members. Sign the open letter demanding better. Midwives and Maternity Support Workers deserve better.

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

3.3% is not enough.

Sign the NHS Unions open letter now. Midwives deserve to be paid fairly for all that they do.

Please sign the letter and share to everyone in your networks, NHS staff or not - we all want the NHS to succeed. https://t.co/FLVTPhFMlg

[TUC North West @TUCNorthWest]

The TUC is anonymously surveying workers that have experienced abuse and violence at work in the last 12 months.

Violence Includes verbal abuse, threats, harassment, intimidation, physical assault and sexual violence.

The survey closes on April 13th.

https://t.co/Qy1yHeq3FX

[raetrotter RCM @raetrotter1st]

@MidwivesRCM RCM activist Emily child #tucnw26 conference calling for “Rested Midives, Safe Care-protecting downtime and the right to disconnect. #safestaffing
Well done Emily for speaking on behalf of your maternity colleagues

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Emily did a fantastic presentation of this motion and a first time speaker too!

[TUC North West @TUCNorthWest]

@JayMcKenna87 @The_TUC @nowak_paul @CWUnews @NEUnion @UsdawUnion @RMTunion @MidwivesRCM Motion 17 is moved by the @MidwivesRCM - Rested Midwives, Safe Care - Protecting Downtime and the Right to Disconnect. The motion is seconded by the @NEUnion and is carried unanimously. #TUCNW26

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

@MidwivesRCM moving motion 17 Rested Midwives , Safe care.
First team speaker, RCM representative Emily. Passionately speaking out about the RCMs safe staffing campaign. "Rest for maternity staffis not a luxury, it is the cornerstone of providing safe care" @raetrotter1st

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Part of the @MidwivesRCM delegation at the #TUCNW26
Looking forward to the many debates today @raetrotter1st

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

It was a privilege yesterday to represent the @MidwivesRCM and support composite 7 protect healthcare workers from harassment and abuse.#TUCWomens26 #SmashingTheStatusQuo

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Day 1 of the #TUCWomensconference26
Looking forward to a great event and sending time with the @MidwivesRCM delegation

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

Exhausted maternity staff can't deliver the best care. That why we're launching our Safe staffing=safe care campaign in Parliament tomorrow.

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

Through representing you when it matters, we have managed to win over £1.5 million for members in damages this year! Head to our website for more information on member benefits, to learn about how we advocate for you and to sign up today: https://t.co/JgewxTbf0d

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Lots of great discussion debate and questions at the #TUC safety reps connect in Leeds.
Discussing important topics such as improving women's health considerations, law updates, mental health in the workplace and recruiting the next generation of reps.

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

Attending the #TUC health and safety reps connect event. Looking forward tonlearning lots and getting all the latest health and safety updates. @MidwivesRCM @@EastLancsRCM

[Jo Tanner (@thatJoTanner on BSky) @ThatJoTanner]

Some great speakers lined up for this. #Midwives and #MSWs have such an important role to play in supporting women and girls who have or are experiencing violence and domestic abuse. @safelives_

[Keelie Barrett @49klb]

@MidwivesRCM Looking at some pay info recently and the difference in pay between band 2 and band 3 on Sundays is 10p per hour ....these disparities in certain bands needs addressing urgently as well as headline pay

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

We have just posted an exciting opportunity for a seasoned media professional passionate about health. Join Team RCM as a Media Relations Advisor (maternity cover), learn more and apply: https://t.co/u79BIaa32Z

[Ruby Handley-Stone @StoneHandley]

⭐ Exciting opportunity: applications are now open for the MidSoc of the Year category in the #RCMAwards2026!
Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the incredible work your society does to support midwifery students and the wider community.
Apply now! https://t.co/q1oL3u39LG