Latest news from Hospice UK

Read all our latest news, and stories showcasing the best of hospice and end of life care.

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28 July 2025

Hospice UK featured in BBC Radio 4 Appeal

Jo Brand tells the story of Sam and Rob for the BBC Radio 4 Appeal.

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25 July 2025

Hospice UK responds to £5m Scottish hospice funding announcement

Hospice UK responds to news that hospice staff in Scotland are to receive pay equal to their NHS counterparts, following a £5 million funding commitment from the Scottish Governme...

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23 June 2025

Two thirds of people living in rural areas struggle to access end of life care

Hospice UK has launched a landmark report, calling for urgent action to improve access to palliative and end of life care in remote, rural and island communities across the UK.

Call on your MP to stand up for hospices in Westminster

13 June 2025

Hospice UK responds to report stage debate on Assisted Dying

Hospice UK responds to report stage debate on Assisted Dying

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12 June 2025

Hospice UK appoints two new trustees

Helen Bennett and Andrew Strevens join Hospice UK's Board of Trustees

Call on your MP to stand up for hospices in Westminster

11 June 2025

Response to Spending Review

Toby Porter, CEO of Hospice UK, which represents the UK's 200 hospices, responds to the Chancellor’s spending plans.

Vote for the Hospice UK Garden of Compassion in the BBC/RHS People's Choice Awards at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

29 May 2025

From sketch to showground: Hospice UK at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

The Garden of Compassion marked a once-in-a-lifetime experience where hospice care took centre stage at one of the world’s most iconic gardening events.