Parliamentary debate highlights need for fairly funded hospice care models
Joy Morrissey MP at the parliamentary debate on hospice funding on 8th April © UK Parliament
A recent parliamentary debate on hospice funding, led by Joy Morrissey MP, provided a valuable opportunity to continue discussions about the future of palliative and end-of-life care (PEoLC) in the UK.
At Sue Ryder, we welcome this ongoing focus and are calling for a review into how palliative and end-of-life care is funded and delivered.
James Sanderson, Chief Executive at Sue Ryder, said:
“How palliative and end-of-life care is funded and delivered must be reviewed. While the recent capital investment for the sector was very much welcomed, it’s not a long-term solution to the funding challenges hospices across the UK face.”
Right now, hospice care isn’t available to everyone who needs it. But where it is available, it ensures people can die with the care and compassion they deserve.
We want to work with the Government to establish new models of care that are fairly funded by the sector and Government. The NHS 10-Year Plan is a key opportunity to consider this.”
James also highlighted the importance of partnership:
“Hospices and the wider end-of-life care sector stand ready to work with Government to make sure everyone can access the high-quality care and support they need at the end of life.”
We are committed to working in partnership with Government and other stakeholders to develop sustainable, fairly funded models of care—so that no one has to face death or grief alone.
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