Apology After People Turned Away From Blood Donor Session
Written by HFM News on 8th November 2023
Harborough Leisure Centre has apologised to people turned away from a blood donor session because it was too cold.
Some who had pre-booked appointments were unable to give blood as the temperature in the sports hall was below the requirement needed and it took an hour to warm up.
Matthew Hopkin, contract manager for leisure centre operator Everyone Active, said: “We can confirm that Friday’s blood donor session started around an hour late, which was due to the sports hall initially not being warm enough due to colleague error.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused and would like to reassure donors and nurses that future sessions will begin on time.”
Harborough Leisure Centre
A spokesperson for NHS Blood and Transplant said: “Due to an issue with the temperature at the venue, unfortunately our mobile blood collection session at Harborough Leisure Centre on Friday 3rd November was delayed which meant that a small number of donors couldn’t give blood, and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.
“The session was able to start once the heating issue was resolved and we are in contact with the venue to ensure this doesn’t happen again.”
