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06 May 2026

Scotland needs blood donors now as World Cup approaches

As Scotland prepares to take to the world stage at the World Cup for the first time in 28 years, SNBTS urges people across the country to take action off the pitch by giving blood now.

31 March 2026

A rare cancer shows the value of blood donors

When Graham was diagnosed with Myelodysplasia (a rare form of bone marrow cancer) last year, he quickly discovered how much he depended on donated blood.

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 Tuesday 19 May

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