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flag Nearly two-thirds of English hospices lost money in 2023-24, threatening care access despite new funding pledges.

flag A National Audit Office report released October 29, 2025, reveals that nearly two-thirds of English hospices operated at a deficit in 2023-24, forcing cuts to beds and staff amid rising demand for end-of-life care. flag Total spending exceeded income by £78 million, with many relying heavily on charitable funding. flag The government lacks clear oversight or data on hospice usage, raising concerns about sustainability. flag While £100 million in new funding for facilities and £80 million for children’s hospices were pledged, experts warn systemic underfunding threatens equitable access to palliative care.

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