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Branches Become Life-Saving Hubs Nationwide
5 Jun
Summary
- Nationwide is equipping all 605 branches with defibrillators.
- Staff and communities will receive life-saving training.
- Initiative aims to make branches visible emergency hubs.
Nationwide Building Society is enhancing public safety by equipping all 605 of its branches with defibrillators and bleed control kits. This significant rollout, in partnership with Visa, is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026.
Complementing the installation of life-saving equipment, St John Ambulance will provide comprehensive training to 4,000 Nationwide staff members and extend this crucial education into local communities. This initiative supports Nationwide's pledge to maintain branch accessibility until at least 2030.
Amanda Beech, Nationwide's director of retail services, emphasized that these branches will serve as visible emergency hubs, making immediate assistance more accessible. Professor Andrew Hartle, St John Ambulance's chief medical officer, expressed enthusiasm for the project, highlighting its alignment with the organization's mission to empower individuals with first aid knowledge. The aim is to increase the availability of defibrillators and bleed control kits across the UK, fostering confidence in using them to save lives.
