On 1st September 2023 the criteria for NHS funded storage will come into line with the current NHS criteria for treatment cycles.   Please see our news page for further details.  

Consent to Change: What do new Gamete and Embryo storage regulations mean for you?

Since the 1st of July 2022, any patients with eggs, sperm or embryos in storage can now legally extend their consent to storage for up to 55 years.

A forthcoming Progress Educational Trust Event, sponsored by the Scottish Government will take place on the 7th of September 2022 entitled “Consent to Change: What do new gamete and Embryo storage regulations mean for you?”

The Progress Educational Trust are seeking patients who would be willing to speak about their experience.

Would you be willing to talk about how this change has affected you?
If you are interested in doing this, please contact the Ninewells Assisted Conception Unit either via email - tay.acusecretarial@nhs.scot or telephone 01382 496475.