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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.
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.
Festive opening hours 2025/26
Book an appointment to donate over Christmas and New Year
We launch new collaboration with Scottish Masters Hockey, inspired by the winning efforts of Highland Hockey Club in Invernes
Donate in December: Give blood, platelets or plasma for Scotland
This year, Scotland needs 15,000 people to donate in December.
Important: 50 days left to save a life
Scotland needs over 25,000 donors to give blood before Hogmanay
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.
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.
Exciting improvements to our testing process
We're implementing an improved process for blood and plasma donors requiring a Malaria Antibody Test.
AB cryoprecipitate and plasma
At this time, we particularly need male AB donors to come forward.
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