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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vicky Shaw

Nationwide makes life-saving changes to hundreds of high street branches

  • Nationwide Building Society is rolling out defibrillators and bleed control kits across its entire network of 605 branches as part of a new public safety initiative.
  • This vital equipment, installed in partnership with Visa, is expected to be fully implemented in all branches by the end of the current year.
  • St John Ambulance will provide life-saving training to 4,000 Nationwide staff members, with plans to extend this training to local communities.
  • The initiative aims to transform Nationwide branches into accessible emergency hubs, ensuring immediate help is available during critical moments.
  • Both Nationwide and St John Ambulance highlight that this widespread availability of equipment and training will empower more individuals to respond effectively in emergencies, ultimately saving lives.

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Major high street bank rolls out defibrillators and bleed control kits across 605 branches

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