The first of 100 new defibrillators has been installed in Staffordshire, with the help of former Premier League footballer - Fabrice Muamba.

Over the summer, Leek Building Society demonstrated its commitment to community wellbeing by pledging to install 100 new defibrillators across Staffordshire, Cheshire, Derbyshire, and Shropshire.

Given Fabrice's experience as a player when he had his life saved by a defibrillator, he knows first-hand the value of having one of these devices close at hand when a cardiac arrest strikes. 

The first defibrillator was installed outside Aldi in Uttoxeter with help from former Premier League football player, Fabrice Muamba (Leek Building Society).

Leek Building Society now celebrates the commencement of this life-saving initiative with their first defibrillator being installed outside Aldi in Uttoxeter.

This commitment to install the 100 units was driven by the Society's belief that access to defibrillators can make a significant difference in emergency situations, potentially saving lives, and this device now offers Uttoxeter's residents and visitors a critical resource in times of medical emergencies.  

"It's fantastic to be a part of this initiative to install defibrillators, especially in and around the Uttoxeter area," said Daniel Nutt, Branch Manager at Leek Building Society's Uttoxeter branch.

"This is a huge commitment from the Society and one the town should be proud of. I've personally seen a defibrillator used to save someone's life and can't stress the importance of having these machines ready and available to help someone in a time of need."

One defibrillator has already been installed outside the Leek Building Society headquarters on St Edward Street in Leek (Nub News).

This first defibrillator marks the beginning of the series of installations over the next four years.

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