MIDWIVES training at the University of West London in Ealing have won a prestigious UNICEF award for excellence in infant feeding support.

Top marks were given to all final-year students assessed as part of the UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative.

Assessors praised their excellent knowledge, enthusiasm and compassion in offering feeding support for new parents.

It makes the College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare the first in the country to be granted a University ‘gold’ award.