Hospices and palliative care

Early day motion 659, tabled 20 January 2025 by Edward Morello (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 34 members.

That this House recognises the essential care provided by hospices and other palliative care providers, such as Weldmar Hospicecare and Julia’s House in Dorset, including end-of-life support and specialist care for seriously ill children; notes with concern that only 8% of Julia’s House’s income comes from public funding and that Weldmar Hospicecare is forecasting a deficit of over £1 million; further notes that hospices alleviate significant pressure on the NHS; and calls on the Government to fix the postcode lottery in palliative care, and ensure all hospices are properly resourced under a fair funding deal, with specific consideration for children’s hospices and those providing specialist care, to ensure they can continue to deliver vital services for vulnerable residents.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 24, Independent 3, DUP 2, Green 2, Conservative 1, Labour 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.