Latest news from Hospice UK

Read all our latest news, and stories showcasing the best of hospice and end of life care.

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Carolynne is a primary carer to her daughter, Freya, who has complex needs

02 May 2023

Carolynne’s story: Caring to make a difference

For Dying Matters Awareness Week, Carolynne tells her #DyingMattersAtWork story…and how having a compassionate employer has made a huge difference.

Eight more projects are to be funded by Dying Matters Community Grants in 2023, including Ballynafeigh

19 April 2023

Eight new projects to be funded by Dying Matters Community Grants Programme

Hospice UK is pleased to announce that the Dying Matters Community Grants programme will fund a further eight creative projects on death, dying and grief in 2023.

Read how a Dying Matters Community Grant has enabled people in Brighton to start conversations about death in a virtual videogame world

26 January 2023

1,000 Conversations about Death: a video game revolution

Read how a Dying Matters Community Grant has enabled people in Brighton to start conversations about death in a virtual videogame world.

Hospice UK is calling for immediate action by the UK Government to ensure that hospices can continue to deliver vital services to those in need

23 January 2023

Hospice UK calls for action over rising costs

Hospice UK is calling for immediate action by the UK Government to ensure that hospices can continue to deliver vital services to those in need.

the outside of a brick building, which has a sign that reads 'WomenZone' on it. Infront of the building, their are raised flower beds. The sky is grey.

22 December 2022

'Uncovering': the project pushing for change

An innovative project in Bradford is aiming to change the landscape of bereavement services offered to under-served community groups.

Tony Bonser speaking at a Dying Matters conference

21 December 2022

Dying Matters pays tribute to Tony Bonser

We are deeply saddened to hear that Tony Bonser, a central figure in the foundation of the Dying Matters campaign, has died.