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<p>There is no legal requirement for schools to purchase an automated external defibrillator
(AED), but the government encourages them to do so as part of their first aid equipment.</p><p>AEDs
are currently available for schools and other education providers in the UK to purchase
through the National Health Service Supply Chain at a reduced cost. These arrangements
are available to all UK schools including academies, independent schools, sixth-form
colleges, further education institutions and early years settings (including holiday
and out-of-school providers).</p><p>The government has produced guidance for schools
on buying, installing and using an AED, which can be viewed at: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/automated-external-defibrillators-aeds-in-schools"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/automated-external-defibrillators-aeds-in-schools</a>.</p><p>
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