Blog
The NCMD Blog carries opinion pieces and analysis from a range of independent experts that give an insight into different perspectives on the child death review process. Our blogs also help to unpack the data that we have on child mortality – including data from the NCMD itself – and provide policy recommendations to improve and save children’s lives in the future.
The value of short lives: Why we must learn what we can from every child death
In light of the publication of our second annual report, NCMD Manager, Vicky Sleap tells us what learning from child deaths means to her…
Injustice anywhere, is a threat to justice everywhere
NCMD Manager, Vicky Sleap, considers the effect of deprivation on child mortality, in light of NCMD’s recent report on this topic:
A new year, a new start: What to expect from the NCMD in 2021
Vicky Sleap, NCMD Manager, takes a look at what 2021 holds in store for NCMD.
LSCB1 (the curse of the yellow boxes): Reducing the burden of reporting
Vicky Sleap, NCMD Project Manager, reflects on the trials and tribulations of the LSCB1 return.
Learning from loss: The value of child death review meetings
Vicky Sleap, NCMD Project Manager, reflects on the importance of Child Death Review meetings, and the value they bring to families and professionals alike.
The Covid-19 pandemic: What a difference a day makes
Vicky Sleap, NCMD Project Manager, reflects on the importance of CDR data under COVID-19.
Perceptions of the Child Death Review Process
Vicky Sleap, NCMD Project Manager, on the importance of the Child Death Review Process.
Impressions from the 5th Annual Conference of the NNCDOP
Sylvia Stoianova reflects on her attendance at the 2019 National Network of Child Death Overview Panels (NNCDOP) conference.