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Motion · S6M-15684 · 2 Dec 2024

St Andrew’s First Aid's Contribution to World Restart a Heart 2024

Lodged by Clare Adamson (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 20 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament acknowledges and celebrates the outstanding contribution made by St Andrew’s First Aid (SAFA) to the World Restart a Heart 2024 initiative during October 2024; understands that Restart a Heart (RSAH) is an annual initiative, which is led by Resuscitation Council UK and aimed at increasing survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests by teaching more people CPR; notes that SAFA trained 534 individuals across Scotland in life-saving CPR skills, empowering them to respond confidently to the ultimate medical emergency by learning CPR steps and how to use a defibrillator; recognises what it sees as the significant impact of this achievement in raising awareness and enhancing emergency response capabilities across the country; commends the dedication and hard work of SAFA volunteers, instructors and staff, who have equipped members of the public with the vital skills to save lives; highlights the crucial role of CPR training in improving survival rates following cardiac arrest, and encourages continued efforts to make Scotland a heart-safe nation, by promoting first aid and CPR education in communities across the country.

Supporters (20)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.