start teaching first aid in secondary schools
first aid is a huge skill that can save lives. according to the British red cross, up to 59 percent of deaths could have been prevented with adequate first aid training. it is something which could save lives
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- 07 APR 2025Petition rejectedalready-happening
How to administer CPR is already part of the health curriculum for secondary schools, which you can see on page 38 of the curriculum guidance here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1090195/Relationships_Education_RSE_and_Health_Education.pdf
- 12 MAR 2025Petition created
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in school, i spent up to two hours a week learning art, music and drama. all of which i dropped and got no qualifications from, and completely wasted my time. why couldn't have this time be used to learn something that makes a difference?