Marie Curie is urging Andy Burnham to increase funding for end-of-life care, saying research indicates about 22,000 people will die without adequate support this summer. The charity says it has written to Burnham, describing the need for improved palliative services and support for patients and families. According to the reports, Marie Curie calls for an additional £200 million per year to be directed to end-of-life and palliative care. The charity frames its request around projected gaps in care capacity and availability during the period ahead. The coverage centers on the charity’s campaign and its recommendations to the incoming leadership, rather than on specific policy details from Burnham or the government. Overall, the outlets present the same core message: Marie Curie says current provision is insufficient, and it is asking for increased, ring-fenced investment to help ensure more people receive appropriate end-of-life support. The reports do not indicate that any government response has yet been published.