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26 February 2026

How many more donors does Scotland need?

Every day, Scotland needs around 450 blood donors to meet the needs of patients in hospitals across the country. However, fewer people are donating than before, and that puts pressure on Scotland’s blood supply.

19 February 2026

Why do we need more plasma donors?

SNBTS continually balances the need for blood, plasma and platelets with the number of donors available. This changes regularly, depending on what patients need at any given time.

We are asking people to continue to make an extra special effort to donate at this time, particularly if you are blood group O or A.

We are trialing a new way of contacting you when it is time to give your next donation.

We have updated our guidelines on children attending sessions.

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

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

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.

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

Help support Scotland's patients during the Euros.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Monday 02 March

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