As a result of the 2022 political agreement “A Good Start in Life”, staffing levels at hospital maternity wards have increased significantly in recent years, giving healthcare professionals more time to ensure safety and care for mothers and newborns.
From 2021 to 2024, the total staffing increased from 3,200 to 3,603 full-time equivalents (FTEs), an increase of 403 FTEs. This includes 215 additional midwives, along with 94 more nurses and 36 extra social and healthcare assistants across maternity departments nationwide.
The latest agreement from 2024 also allocates approximately DKK 68 million (€9.1 million) annually from 2025 onwards to further strengthen maternity services.