Программа обучения школьников первой помощи в Оксфорде закрыта из-за нехватки финансирования

An Oxford first aid charity which delivered injury training to school pupils has been shut down by a hospital trust due to a 'lack of long-term funding'. The Injury Minimisation Programme for Schools (IMPS) service has closed after more than 30 years of delivering training to year six pupils in Oxfordshire primary schools on what to do in an emergency. Founded by a multi-disciplinary team from Oxford University Hospitals Foundation Trust in 1995, and in that timed provided accident prevention and Basic Life Support training to more than 115,000 pupils. But the lack of a 'sustainable long-term funding solution' and despite 'tireless efforts' form the charity to find another option, the Trust decided to end the service. A spokesperson for the charity said: "We would like to express our sincere thanks to the many supporters who have raised funds for the programme over the years. "Any remaining funds will be used by Oxford Hospitals Charity to support projects benefiting children's services. "We would also like to thank the schools, teachers, and healthcare professionals who have helped make the programme such a success. "It has been a privilege to work with so many young people and play a part in their education and wellbeing. "While we are deeply saddened that this remarkable programme has come to an end, we hope that the knowledge and skills shared through IMPS will continue to help children stay safe, prevent accidents, and save lives for years to come." It was reported in 2013, when the scheme won a bronze award from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, that it cost about £100,000 a year to run. Participating children aged 10 and 11 would undertake a four-part programme at their school and through a visit to a hospital emergency department, along with follow up activities and a quiz. It equipped youngsters with emergency life-skills, confidence and the ability to take personal responsibility for their safety. Felicity Taylor-Drewe, chief operating officer at OUH NHS Foundation Trust, said: “Following a full consultation process, we have made the difficult decision to close the Injury Minimisation Programme for Schools (IMPS) service as it is currently delivered and will be exploring the possibility of digital delivery. “I recognise this will be disappointing news for schools, children and communities who have benefited from the programme, and for the dedicated staff impacted by this decision. “I would like to thank the staff who have worked so hard to deliver the programme over many years and support thousands of children across Oxfordshire. “I am also grateful to staff who took part in the consultation. The views shared with us were carefully considered throughout the process, and a range of alternative options for the future delivery of the programme were thoroughly explored before this decision was reached. “The Trust is committed to supporting colleagues impacted by this decision during this period of change.”