A local healthcare provider has pledged to donate £10,000 to the British Skin Foundation.

The annual donation from Circle Health Group, which has a clinic in Braehead, will be used to fund vital research into all types of skin conditions, including skin cancer.

David Uregbula, head of business development and partnerships at Circle Health Group, said: "With specialist dermatology services available across our national network of hospitals, we understand the importance of the British Skin Foundation's work. 


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"We are delighted to be playing a pivotal role in supporting their drive to improve research and treatment for future generations."

Matthew Patey OBE, CEO of the British Skin Foundation, added: "We still have lots of work to do to improve the lives of patients in the UK and across the world. 

"This substantial donation from Circle Health Group gives the scientific community's most talented researchers more resources to continue their ongoing mission."