We can confirm that we have not received any formal request to meet with this group however we would have welcomed the chance to discuss any concerns they may have had prior to this action.
We are always happy to meet with people or groups that might have concerns, and we do so regularly. These groups usually make contact and request to meet with us through the appropriate channels and we encourage those wishing to so follow those processes.
South West Healthcare remains committed to providing birthing services at Camperdown, with this service still in operation having birthed four babies in September and two babies so far in October.
At no stage have we considered closing the Camperdown Hospital birthing service.
Due to factors such as staff availability, the service will from time to time need to go on diversion, with all affected women informed and alternative arrangements put in place. This process is not unusual for rural hospitals.
South West Healthcare continue to work closely with our midwives, doctors and staff at Camperdown to ensure the availability of this service.