Join our membership community
for voluntary organisations in Scotland
Membership directory
Highland and Islands Blood Bikes
- Membership number 9074
- Charity registered in Scotland SC049345
Highland and Islands Blood Bikes (HAIBB) is a volunteer-run charity that provides a free, urgent medical courier service across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Their mission is to support the NHS by transporting vital medical items such as blood samples, medications, and other clinical materials between hospitals, GP practices, care homes, and laboratories. This service enhances patient care by enabling faster diagnoses and treatments, particularly in remote and rural communities.Key Facts About HAIBB • Entirely Volunteer-Operated: The charity is managed and staffed by volunteers, including motorbike riders, car drivers, operations staff, and fundraisers. They receive no government or NHS funding and rely solely on donations and grants. • Extensive Coverage Area: HAIBB operates across approximately 12,500 square miles—from John O’Groats to Dunoon—covering an area roughly the size of Belgium. • Operational Hours: The service runs 7 days a week from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, handling both scheduled and urgent deliveries. • Diverse Transport Fleet: While known for their motorbikes, HAIBB also utilizes cars and vans to carry out their missions. • High Volume of Deliveries: In a recent 10-month period, the charity covered nearly 110,000 miles, averaging 22 weekly journeys and completing approximately 1,200 jobs annually for the NHS. • Collaborative Efforts: HAIBB is a member of the Nationwide Association of Blood Bikes (NABB), collaborating with other regional groups to ensure seamless medical transport services across the UK. In one notable instance, HAIBB successfully transported urgent medication 448 miles from Birmingham to Inverness in just four hours, showcasing their efficiency and dedication. To learn more or support their mission, you can visit their official website: haibloodbikes.co.uk.
Links
If you work for this organisation, you can sign up for a My SCVO account to gain access to member benefits