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Sophie Blake

@sophierblake.bsky.social

Former TV presenter (Sky, BBC, ITV, Ch 5) Living with incurable breast cancer Campaigning & advocacy Finding joy, one adventure at a time! #YesToDignity #EnhertuNow

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Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 7d ago

My response to Andy Burnham, after he announced he won’t support a debate on assisted dying until palliative and social care funding is “fixed”. These are the same excuses that have been used for decades to deny dying people choice. www.express.co.uk/news/politic...

Andy Burnham must look terminally ill people in the eye and make one admission

OPINION: Terminally ill mother Sophie Blake writes for the Daily Express after Andy Burnham said palliative and social care needs fixing before the assisted dying debate

express.co.uk

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 2w ago

Heartbreaking news. Elise was an incredible woman, who faced unimaginable pain with such courage, dignity and determination. She used her voice to fight for change. She had a sparkle that shone so brightly. Sending all my love & deepest condolences to her family and everyone who knew and loved her ❤️

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 2w ago

We are devastated by the death of Elise Burns, a courageous, formidable and much-loved campaigner for assisted dying, who died in hospice with her mum and sister by her side on Wednesday 22 July.

Portrait of Elise Burns.
Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 2w ago

We are devastated by the death of Elise Burns, a courageous, formidable and much-loved campaigner for assisted dying, who died in hospice with her mum and sister by her side on Wednesday 22 July.

Portrait of Elise Burns.
Tony Marra@tony-marra.bsky.social · 2mo ago

A year ago, 314 MPs voted for it, giving real hope to terminally ill people. Sadly on April 24th, the Bill fell as it was talked out of time Now, Lauren Edwards has reintroduced the Bill back into Parliament Contact your MP and ask them to back the Bill…https://members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Enhertu is giving women more time in Scotland and around the world. But NICE denied it in England, Wales & NI, saying we’re not “cost effective.” We’ve lost friends waiting. As of April 2026, the money is now there. We need to drug companies to resubmit Enhertu immediately. #metastaticbreastcancer

Peter Stefanovic@peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 4mo ago

I know you have a lot on your plate right now @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social but this is desperately urgent. Please Please fix this before more lives are lost

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Enhertu is giving women more time in Scotland and around the world. But NICE denied it in England, Wales & NI, saying we’re not “cost effective.” We’ve lost friends waiting. As of April 2026, the money is now there. We need to drug companies to resubmit Enhertu immediately. #metastaticbreastcancer

Peter Stefanovic@peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Whatever your politics this is a campaign that we all need to support. It’s heartbreaking and desperately urgent for the women involved. If you share one thing today please make it this🙏

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Enhertu is giving women more time in Scotland and around the world. But NICE denied it in England, Wales & NI, saying we’re not “cost effective.” We’ve lost friends waiting. As of April 2026, the money is now there. We need to drug companies to resubmit Enhertu immediately. #metastaticbreastcancer

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 4mo ago

Enhertu is giving women more time in Scotland and around the world. But NICE denied it in England, Wales & NI, saying we’re not “cost effective.” We’ve lost friends waiting. As of April 2026, the money is now there. We need to drug companies to resubmit Enhertu immediately. #metastaticbreastcancer

Breast Cancer Now@breastcancernow.bsky.social · 5mo ago

We're researching relentlessly now. For a future where no one dies of breast cancer. 🔬 We're here with support now. Until the day you no longer need us.​ ❤️ We're demanding change now. So everyone can get the best treatment. 📢

We’re the UK’s leading breast cancer charityWe’re combining the power of science and support to change breast cancer. Now.We’re funding world-class science now, so no one died of breast cancer in the future.We’re here with life-changing support now, so no one has to face breast cancer alone.
Paul Brand@paulbrand.bsky.social · 6mo ago

A petition has been started by assisted dying campaigner Sophie Blake - who has incurable secondary breast cancer - to stop the Lords from frustrating bills approved by MPs. Peers are currently debating the assisted dying bill at a snail’s pace. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/75...

Petition: Act to ensure Bills backed by MPs & public can complete all stages in Parliament

We want the Government to do everything in its power to ensure that when bills are supported by MPs & the public, they have the time to complete all their stages in Parliament. We believe this is impo...

petition.parliament.uk

Sophie Blake@sophierblake.bsky.social · 6mo ago

I’ve taken on this petition for my dear friend Nat who sadly passed before it was launched. Please sign and share.

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 6mo ago

Nat was an extraordinary campaigner who died of terminal cancer last week. His friend Sophie Blake promised to carry on his fight for dignity in death - and today launched a petition to stop the assisted dying Bill being blocked or delayed. Add your name: www.dignityindying.org.uk/petition

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 6mo ago

We respect the Government's neutrality on the Bill - but we are grateful that this suggests they will not be neutral on the democratic process. We need to keep up the pressure to ensure democracy is upheld. Add your name: www.dignityindying.org.uk/petition

Petition: Act to ensure Bills backed by MPs & public can complete all stages in Parliament

We want the Government to do everything in its power to ensure that when bills are supported by MPs & the public, they have the time to complete all their stages in Parliament. We believe this is impo...

dignityindying.org.uk

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 6mo ago

BREAKING: Yesterday the Leader of the House of Commons Sir Alan Campbell confirmed that he “will find time to progress” the assisted dying Bill should it be blocked in the House of Lords and need to return in the next parliamentary session.

Peter Stefanovic@peterstefanovic.bsky.social · 7mo ago

This is so important and must be fixed. @sophierblake.bsky.social is one of the most courageous and compassionate campaigners I know. Please share and give her a follow on BlueSky 🙏 www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...

'I'm dying - and losing friends too soon because we can't get vital drug'

Sophie Blake has a 'ticking timebomb' inside her and is determined to make memories with her teenage daughter. But she says they are being denied a life-extending 'wonder drug'

mirror.co.uk

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 9mo ago

“I can’t imagine a committee hearing for any other bill not having representatives from… the people this bill will actually impact.” Sophie, a mum with incurable cancer, is disappointed the Lords Committee on assisted dying didn’t hear from terminally ill people. Peers must hear from people like her

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 9mo ago

“There’s no dignity in dying a death so shrouded in pain.” Poppy’s mum’s final days with pancreatic cancer were harrowing. Now Poppy’s fighting for change in her mum’s memory. Watch the full video on our Instagram @dignityindying

Dignity in Dying@dignityindying.org.uk · 9mo ago

“Don’t try and sabotage democracy.” Dame Esther Rantzen notes that a flood of 1000+ amendments goes beyond scrutiny. It risks subverting the elected chamber and weakening trust in parliamentary process. The Commons has twice endorsed this Bill - Peers should respect that democratic decision.