NHS Blood and Transplant is asking Bradford people to consider spending an hour of their time to donate blood in the new year.

Donna Batty, lead donor relations manager at NHS Blood and Transplant, said: “The beginning of the year is a great time to make changes to your lifestyle. And it is the perfect time to give blood.

“If knowing that your blood is helping to save sick and injured people isn’t satisfaction enough, we can also guarantee donors a warm welcome, a refreshing drink and a biscuit when they donate. This year, make a resolution you will want to keep and help us save lives at the same time.”

NHS Blood and Transplant particularly needs supplies of the universal blood group O Rh Negative which is often in short supply as demand is so great. To book an appointment visit blood.co.uk or call 0300 123 2323 to find your nearest session.