UNISON WELCOMES DECISION ON ALLOWING GAY MEN TO GIVE BLOOD IN LINE WITH GB

UNISON welcomes Minister Swann's decision to bring the Northern Ireland blood donation referral rules into line with GB. This is based on scientific advice and maintains safety while increasing the potential pool of donors which is even more crucial at this time.

Martin McConnellogue, chair of UNISON's LGBT+ Committee said "UNISON has campaigned for this change and we are glad that a further step has been taken to reduce historical discrimination against men who have sex with men and the gay community more widely. We encourage all of those who are eligible to step forward and donate".