The Cabinet Secretary For Health vists Strathcarron

You may have seen the positive news that Hospices in Scotland have secured a £5m boost in funding. This investment commitment, set out in the Scottish Government's 2025-26 Budget, will ensure that frontline staff providing expert palliative and end-of-life care in independent hospices are fairly paid in line with NHS pay scales.

Mags McCarthy, our CEO said, "As a Hospice charity, we are facing an uphill challenge with ever rising costs and increasing demand for our specialist palliative care services.

The announcement of an additional £5m funding for Scottish Hospices is appreciated. This along with an understanding from Scottish Government that work will continue alongside discussions about long-term pay parity and funding is welcomed. 

Many thanks to the Cabinet Secretary for visiting Strathcarron Hospice and taking the time to chat with patients and staff which was enjoyed by all".