Local MP supports NHS donation campaign
The Health Service is keen to drive up blood donations in Sheffield. In Sheffield Heeley, just 924 people – around one per cent of the constituency – have given blood. They are also reminding people to register as Organ Donors through their #TimeToSign campaign. Despite majority approval for organ donation, only 35 per cent of people are registered donors.
Ms Haigh has been guiding a bill on organ donation through Parliament, aiming to provide statutory leave for those who donate to others. The bill is due for debate on January 20th.
Ms Haigh said: “Organ donation is a selfless act that has the potential to save hundreds of lives. There are over 6,500 people awaiting transplants. Blood donation is quick and easy too.”