Poll: Should we pay people for giving blood?

The Blood Service says it needs 40,000 new donors in the next 12 months to ensure it can meet demand of those needing plasma and blood. Suggestions have been made to pay people for donating, however there are concerns about the dangers of that. Do you think we should pay people for these donations?

Should we pay people for giving blood?

31.8% Yes, it makes sense

31.8% Complete
50.7% No, that's too risky

50.7% Complete
17.6% I'd need more information

17.6% Complete

2141 votes

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