Debate to address financial pressures impacting hospices and households.
On 2 March, MPs will gather in Westminster Hall to discuss fiscal support for the hospice sector and strategies to mitigate the rising cost of living. The debate, proposed by Patricia Gibson, will focus on the funding needs of hospices and the economic pressures affecting households nationwide.
Hospices, which provide essential end-of-life care, are grappling with increased operational costs, relying heavily on charitable contributions to sustain services. Simultaneously, families across the UK are facing mounting financial challenges as living costs continue to rise.
The debate is being organized by the Backbench Business Committee, which convenes weekly to consider requests for parliamentary discussions from backbench MPs. This committee is tasked with allocating limited parliamentary time to significant issues raised by its members.
The session will be broadcast live on Parliament TV, offering the public a chance to follow the proceedings. A detailed transcript of the debate will be accessible on Commons Hansard three hours after the discussion concludes.
This debate aims to highlight practical solutions for the hospice sector while addressing broader economic concerns. It underscores the importance of balancing care provision and supporting struggling households amid ongoing fiscal challenges.
