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The National Cancer Plan: what does it mean for people with leukaemia?

11 Feb 2026 Policy

The National Cancer Plan: what does it mean for people with leukaemia?

The Government’s new National Cancer Plan for England, which launched on World Cancer Day 2026, marks the most significant progress in policy for leukaemia and other blood cancers in more...

The latest developments and our response

26 Jan 2026 Policy

The latest developments and our response

The government is set to launch the National Cancer Plan for England on 4th February. We are urging policymakers to ensure it delivers meaningful change specifically for people with leukaemia....

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UK’s top chefs unite at gastronomic spectacular to raise funds for life-saving leukaemia research

05 Jul 2023 Fundraising

UK’s top chefs unite at gastronomic spectacular to raise funds for life-saving leukaemia research

Twenty of the most accomplished and innovative chefs from the UK food scene will gather at The Dorchester on Monday...

New book ‘Bronty’s Battle Cry’ supports Leukaemia UK

30 Jun 2023 Fundraising

New book ‘Bronty’s Battle Cry’ supports Leukaemia UK

‘Bronty's Battle Cry,’ an inspiring new picture book written by award-winning children’s author and young person’s counsellor, Hannah Peckham, has...

Percy & Nell says Pants to Leukaemia with bespoke charity collaboration

14 Mar 2023 Fundraising

Percy & Nell says Pants to Leukaemia with bespoke charity collaboration

Independent clothing brand Percy & Nell has produced a unique range of sweatshirts, t-shirts, beanies and tote bags, with all...

Team Bodhi goes viral with #PantsToLeukaemia campaign

03 Feb 2023 Fundraising

Team Bodhi goes viral with #PantsToLeukaemia campaign

A whole host of celebrities and members of the public are posing with their pants on their head for a...

Leukaemia UK launch Winter Appeal celebrating mother of two able to enjoy Christmas with her family after life-saving stem cell transplant

01 Dec 2022 Fundraising

Leukaemia UK launch Winter Appeal celebrating mother of two able to enjoy Christmas with her family after life-saving stem cell transplant

Today, Leukaemia UK launch their Winter Appeal to raise vital funds for leukaemia research and stop the disease from devastating...

“Who’s Cooking Dinner?” makes a spectacular return to The Dorchester

12 Oct 2022 Fundraising

“Who’s Cooking Dinner?” makes a spectacular return to The Dorchester

On 10th October 2022, Leukaemia UK's flagship fundraising event, "Who’s Cooking Dinner?", returned to The Dorchester Hotel. Above: Fiona Hazell,...

Spectacular sailing challenge in memory of Pat Buckley

23 Sep 2022 Fundraising

Spectacular sailing challenge in memory of Pat Buckley

Royal Corinthian Yacht Club’s 61st Endeavour Trophy fundraiser for Leukaemia UK A fleet of thirty boats displaying the Leukaemia UK...

A record year for Leukaemia UK London Marathon runners

21 Sep 2022 Fundraising

A record year for Leukaemia UK London Marathon runners

62 runners put their best feet forward for Leukaemia UK A record 62 runners are taking part in this year’s...

Pedalling pair’s crazy peaks challenge to stop leukaemia cutting short the lives of beloved mums

01 Aug 2022 Fundraising

Pedalling pair’s crazy peaks challenge to stop leukaemia cutting short the lives of beloved mums

Leukaemia UK supporter, Alistair, who lost is mum to leukaemia less than a year ago, is setting out on an...