In a statement on their website dated October 2011, this charity said:

‘Diabetes UK has committed to support stem cell research both publicly and financially through our research grant programme. This position is also in line with that of the Association of Medical Research Charities, of which Diabetes UK is a member. In our 2009 survey of Diabetes UK members, an overwhelming majority supported the use of adult stem cells in diabetes research, around two thirds supported the use of human embryos, and a majority supported the use of human-hybrid embryos.’

‘Diabetes UK acknowledges that there are important ethical considerations surrounding the use of stem cells in research, and will continue to monitor developments in stem cell research to ensure our investment in research holds the maximum potential to improve the lives of people living with diabetes.’

‘A few studies involving stem cells have entered early stage clinical trials. However, these techniques are still experimental and, even if they prove successful, are many years away from widespread use on the NHS as treatments for diabetes.’ Member of the AMRC.

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/research/our-approach-to-research/research-position-statements/stem_cell_research_and_diabetes