People are encouraged to give blood in Barnet.

NHS Blood and Transplant is visiting Golders Green Synagogue, in Dunstan Road, on March 8 from 9.30am to 4pm.

Another session will take place at Hendon United Synagogue, in Raleigh Close, on March 15 from 9.30am to 4pm.

To book an appointment to donate visit www.blood.co.uk or call 0300 123 23 23.