Number of people donating organs after death falls for first time in 11 years

The 3% drop has led to fewer transplants taking place, an NHSBT report found, prompting calls for families to ensure they discuss donation

The number of people in the UK donating organs after their death fell by 3% last year – the first drop in 11 years. The decline has led to fewer transplants taking place and prompted calls for families to ensure they discuss the issue and know their relatives’ wishes.

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), which runs the service and published the report, warned that people waiting for transplants would continue to die unless there was a revolution in people’s attitudes.

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