Hartlepool hospice chiefs Sandra Britten and Nicky Haggan have revealed the ongoing and significant funding challenges they face. The CEO's of Alice House Hospice say it costs £3.7m to fund the hospice's services each year, yet it receives just 34% of this in government funding. This means the hospice has to raise over £6,500 every single day from supporters. The hospice chiefs spoke about the pressures they face as two major parliamentary reports warned the way hospice and palliative care is funded is failing to meet the needs of patients. The reports highlighted the need for funding reform to ensure that hospices can continue to provide high-quality care to those who need it. The hospice chiefs are calling on the government to take action to address the funding challenges they face. They are urging the government to increase funding for hospices and to provide more support for those who are struggling to make ends meet. The hospice chiefs are also calling on the public to get behind them and to support their efforts to raise funds. They are urging people to donate what they can and to spread the word about the importance of hospice care. The hospice chiefs are confident that with the support of the public and the government, they can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. They are committed to providing high-quality care to those who need it and to ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need. The hospice chiefs are also committed to working with the government and other stakeholders to find solutions to the funding challenges they face. They are confident that together, they can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.