The vast majority of us would not be able to give life-saving first aid in an emergency.
But if first aid skills had been taught in school, we would be properly equipped to respond to someone in trouble, which could well mean the difference between life and death.
Three charities are campaigning to change the curriculum – more details here
And finally, I can't really go before mentioning the latest round of PIP-related turmoil. Given that the DWP is now contemplating reassessment of all 1.6 million awards, people with mental health conditions who missed out on appropriate support should take the initiative, and ask for a mandatory reconsideration. Legal charity, AdviceNow, has a useful tool for drafting your letter, here
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