Northern Ireland to equip all 600 schools with defibrillators by June 2025, funded by £700,000.

Northern Ireland's Education Minister, Paul Givan, plans to provide defibrillators to all schools across the region, funded by over £700,000. The initiative aims to have the devices in approximately 600 schools by June 2025, benefiting pupils, teachers, and visitors. It follows England's lead in equipping all state schools with defibrillators since 2023. The move comes after cases highlighting the importance of prompt access to defibrillators and CPR training.

November 25, 2024
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