Julie Minns, the MP for Carlisle has welcomed the news of the investment in hospices including Eden Valley Hospice by the government.

Eden Valley Hospice is to receive over £90,000 as part of the largest government investment in hospices in a generation.

Carlisle MP, Julie Minns, who like many Carlisle residents has direct personal experience of the invaluable service provided by the Eden Valley Hospice, welcomed the announcement by Labour Minister for Care, Stephen Kinnock.

Minister for Care Stephen Kinnock said: “This is the largest investment in a generation to help transform hospice facilities across England.

“From upgrading patient rooms to improving gardens and outdoor spaces, this funding will make a real difference to people at the end of their lives.

“Hospices provide invaluable care and support when people need it most and this funding boost will ensure they are able to continue delivering exceptional care in better, modernised facilities.”

Hospices nationwide will begin receiving £25 million for facility upgrades and refurbishments as part of the biggest investment into hospices in a generation. 

Commenting on the £92,849 for Eden Valley Hospice Julie Minns said: “the funding will make a real difference for hospices that do such a wonderful job supporting local families, in communities like ours.”

The cash will be distributed immediately for the 2024/25 financial year, with a further £75 million to follow from April.

The immediate cash injection, allocated through Hospice UK from the Department of Health and Social Care, will enable hospices to purchase essential new medical equipment, undertake building refurbishments, improve technology, upgrade facilities for patients and families and implement energy efficiency measures.

The larger £75 million investment will support more substantial capital projects – including major building works and facility modernisation throughout the next financial year.

The cash forms a key part of the government’s Plan for Change, improving care in the community where people need it most.

Julie Minns, MP for Carlisle and North Cumbria, said: “I’m delighted that the Labour government has allocated this important funding to our hospices. 

“We want a society where every person receives high-quality, compassionate care from diagnosis through to the end of life.

“I know from personal experience that Eden Valley Hospice do a wonderful job at providing support for people with life-limiting conditions and their loved ones. This government funding will make a real difference.”

Anyone looking for more information about Eden Valley Hospice, the services they provide or how to donate to them, head to their website here.