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Defibrillators are a proven life-saving piece of equipment that almost anyone can operate. It is logical and fair that there is access to these life saving devices, to as many people as possible.

Businesses employing over 10 people should be required to install a defibrillator on their business premises, and building regulations should be updated so that all new commercial developments must include a defibrillator as part of the plans.

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    MPs debate public access to defibrillators

    MPs held a debate on public access to defibrillators on Wednesday 20 March in Westminster Hall. The debate was led by Jonathan Gullis MP. The Minister for Health and Secondary Care, Andrew Stephenson MP responded on behalf of the Government.

    MPs discussed access to defibrillators in schools, vehicles and public places, as well as increasing training for the public.

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    MPs debate public access to defibrillators

    On Tuesday 4 July, Abena Oppong-Asare MP led a Westminster Hall debate in Parliament on public access to defibrillators.

    During the debate MPs discussed access to and awareness of publicly available defibrillators. They also discussed the VAT arrangements for defibrillators.

    What are Westminster Hall debates?

    Westminster Hall is the second Chamber of the House of Commons.

    Westminster Hall debates give MPs an opportunity to raise local or national issues and receive a response from a government minister. Any MP can take part in a Westminster Hall debate.

    Debates in Westminster Hall take place on ‘general debate' motions expressed in neutral terms. These motions are worded ‘That this House has considered [a specific matter]'.

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    Share your experience of access to Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs)

    On 4 November, Jim Shannon MP and Paul Howell MP will lead a debate on public access to Automatic External Defibrillators.

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    Find out more and share your ideas with him here: https://ukparliament.shorthandstories.com/public-access-to-automatic-external-defibrillators/index.html

    Videos of the debate, the transcript and other relevant material will be accessible shortly after the debate on this webpage.

    The deadline for contributions is midday, 3 November.

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