Preseli Pembrokeshire AM Paul Davies marked International Day of the Midwife by attending a reception at the Senedd, to meet with midwives across Wales and hear their experiences both in Wales and abroad. The International Day of the Midwife is on 5th May 2013 but this year, in Wales, it was marked on 1st May 2013.

Following the event, Mr Davies said, "I'm proud to show my support for International Day of the Midwife. The event is an excellent opportunity to recognise the role of midwives in supporting women and their babies through pregnancy, childbirth and the early days of parenthood. Therefore, it is crucial that Governments at all levels do as much as possible to further recognise the dedication and commitment of midwives in delivering babies into the world. Every woman in Wales has the right to a safe childbirth experience, and the Welsh Government must do their utmost to support the valuable service that midwives in Pembrokeshire, and indeed Wales provide."