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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.

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

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

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

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

Scotland is currently facing some challenges with adverse weather and seasonal illnesses.

They haven't celebrated their New Year yet, but a special group from Nepal were among our first footers of 2025.

"Knowing that together we’ve kicked off the year by potentially saving or improving the lives of up to nine people feels absolutely brilliant."

What kind of donation should you make?

Current blood stock levels across Scotland Wednesday 20 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