Our research and policy work

The latest in research and policy

Researching better end of life care

Marie Curie is the UK’s largest charitable funder of palliative care research. Our research helps us give the best care and improve the care system so that more people have the best possible experience at the end of life.

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Our policy and public affairs work

As the UK's leading end of life charity, we're uniquely positioned to identify the key challenges and shape end of life care policy, so more people can access high-quality care and support when and where they need it most.

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Our latest policy programmes

Dying in poverty

Schools Bereavement Programme

Better End of Life Report

Support the right to palliative care in Scotland

Our policy and research publication library

From the impact of financial insecurity to the state of out-of-hours and emergency care, our research and policy publications address fundamental issues around end of life care in the UK.

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Our latest campaigns for change

We campaign for a world where everyone gets the best experience possible at the end of their life.

The cost of dying crisis

Make “sadmin” simple

General Election 2024

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Take part in our research and policy work

Whether you’re interested in speaking about your lived experience or sharing your views on our research work, your support can help ensure a better end of life in the UK, whatever the illness.

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Getting involved in Marie Curie research is undoubtedly therapeutic after my wife's traumatic illness and death. I can do as much or as little as I want – and I can say 'no'. Everything I do is in Wendy's memory.

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