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Important: 50 days left to save a life

06 November 2025

High spec blood: A festive tale told through Christmas puddings

What do Christmas puddings and blood types have in common? On the surface, not much - but at this time of year, they make a handy metaphor for something both complex and life-saving.

03 November 2025

Making a difference

We’re thrilled to announce that the ‘Give Blood, Save Lives’ campaign created in partnership with Highland News Group has been shortlisted for the 2025 Making a Difference Award.

04 July 2024

Ayrshire donors - look out for Alex's banner!

A kind-hearted farmer has put on a barnstorming display to make sure everyone gives blood this summer.

10 June 2024

Group O & Group A Blood Donors

Group O & Group A blood donors asked to come forward to give blood.

10 June 2024

Blood Donor Week 2024

Today marks the start of Blood Donor Week 24, leading into World Blood Donor Day on Karl Landsteiner’s Birthday, Friday, 14 June. And what a special week for Scotland it is.

04 June 2024

#GiveBeforeYouGo - Jags fans support 'Yes Sir I'm A Donor' campaign

Germany-bound Partick Thistle fans gather at Firhill for a special #GiveBeforeYouGo event.

28 May 2024

It’s Euros Time – And We Need You

Help support Scotland's patients during the Euros.

10 May 2024

What is the Infected Blood Inquiry?

The IBI is one of the largest UK Public Inquiries conducted to date.

22 April 2024

Tayview teachers give blood

Dundee primary teachers encourage community to donate

17 April 2024

Charleston Academy students roll up sleeves to do something special

Charleston Academy student attend Inverness Blood Donor Centre to give blood.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Friday 14 November

O-
A-
B-
AB-
O+
A+
B+
AB+

We aim to retain 6 days of stocks at any time in order to meet the requirements of patients in Scotland.

Learn more about blood types