General · 3 February 2026
UK allocates £10 million covering child cancer travel costs by 2027
The UK government allocates £10 million annually to cover travel expenses for families of children with cancer, launching in England by 2027. This initiative supports patients up to age 24, addressing financial burdens where families currently spend an average of £250 monthly on hospital journeys. With over one-third of families traveling more than an hour to 13 specialist centers, Health Secretary Wes Streeting confirms this policy aims to alleviate debt and prioritize recovery.
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