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New blood donor prompt for those applying for driving licence
The initiative targets younger donors to secure future blood supplies as hospitals in England need 5,000 donations daily, with over half of current donors aged above 45.
- People applying for a driving licence will be encouraged to register as blood donors through a link in emails after their application.
- Officials estimate the message will be seen by millions each year, aiming to boost blood donation numbers which hospitals need 5,000 of daily.
- The scheme is jointly rolled out by the DVLA and NHS Blood and Transplant, following success with prompting organ donor sign-ups previously.
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DVLA announces new prompt aimed at anyone applying for a driving licence
DVLA and NHS Blood and Transplant have announced a new partnership to encourage people to become donors.
·Basildon, United Kingdom
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New blood donor prompt for those applying for driving licence
People will be reminded of the importance of giving blood in official DVLA emails.
·London, United Kingdom
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