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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.

26 March 2025

First blood donation session in Orkney for 16 years

Kirkwall sessions will take place on 12th, 13th and 14th May 2025

04 February 2025

How do I open an online donor account?

How do I open an online donor account?

30 January 2025

Great to be back in Craigmount High School

Thank you to Craigmount High School - Edinburgh

24 January 2025

Scotblood 2025 registration is now open

Register for our annual conference, Scotblood.

23 January 2025

Storm Éowyn: Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Donor Centre closures

Glasgow, Edinburgh and Dundee Donor Centres are CLOSED today, Friday 24th January. Aberdeen Donor Centre remains open.

21 January 2025

Change in upper age limit for returning blood donors

From 31 January 2025 onwards, a change in blood donation procedures will mean older donors can keep donating.

14 January 2025

Josh motivates a new generation of blood donors.

Inspired by his Grandad, Josh motivates a new generation of blood donors.

13 January 2025

Temporary road closure at Aberdeen Donor Centre

Aberdeen Foresterhill loop access road to close as construction begins on new integrated mortuary.

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Thursday 13 November

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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