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

Business & Finance
5 Jun 2026 • 2:24 PM MYT
The Independent
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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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