“We welcome today’s comments from Wes Streeting in interviews for the BBC, stating that financial support for the hospice sector would be announced before Christmas.

“The ongoing uncertainty around the Children’s Hospice Grant and the future of the services that so many children and families need, has been a source of great concern for the sector. We look forward to hearing from the Government in more detail what this financial support for children’s hospices looks like.

“Until then, we will continue pushing our Children’s Care Matters campaign and engage with MPs on the issue. We encourage everyone to keep supporting the campaign – as you have done brilliantly so far – whether it’s by signing our petition or writing to your local MP.

“Together we will hold the Government to their promises, so local families can receive the care they desperately need, now and long into the future.”

Trevor Johnson, Chief Executive, Acorns Children’s Hospice