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Reacting to MPs' decision to prevent health professionals from raising assisted dying with children and young people under the age of 18, Nick Carroll, Chief Executive of Together for Short Lives said: “I fully understand that MPs’ decision today, to...

As Philanthropy Manager here at Together for Short Lives, I wouldn’t exactly call myself an “outsider”. I understand the challenges the system faces. I know the deep joy that good palliative care can bring to those on that most difficult...

Following the Spending Review 2025, Together for Short Lives has called on ministers to deliver the government’s plan to provide the best start in life by investing in care and support for the growing number of seriously ill children and...

Today (16 May 2025) MPs from across the country filled the Houses of Commons to debate proposed amendments to the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. As an organisation, we don't have a single agreed view about the ethical...

We have to take a moment to say a massive well done to our team of 15 superstars who took on the London Marathon on Sunday 27 April. Not only did they manage to tackle the 26 miles in what...

Consistent, high-quality children’s palliative care can help families make the most of every precious moment together. But if parents can’t access vital services, everything can seem like a battle. Every day, they face uncertainty, overwhelming responsibility, and disruption to family...