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23 March 2026

Pageant queen highlights the beauty of blood donation

A beauty queen finalist has called for more blood donors to come forward, after treatment saved her life as a baby.

18 March 2026

Easter opening hours 2026

Could you take time out from your busy weekend to give blood?

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.

We're implementing an improved process for blood and plasma donors requiring a Malaria Antibody Test.

At this time, we particularly need male AB donors to come forward.

It's that time of year again when you may be getting your vaccines.

If it’s been a while since you last donated, the team at your local donor centre would love to welcome you back.

Why do blood donations decline by up to 20% in autumn and winter?

After 50 blood donations at her workplace, Carol Sinclair is becoming a plasma donor.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Sunday 29 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