The new cabinet, located in Siddick, follows the successful deployment of the first unit in Barepot. Both installations are the result of ongoing collaboration between NWAS, Turtle Medical, and Workington Town Council to ensure communities — including those in areas with unreliable mains electricity — have reliable, 24/7 access to emergency equipment.

Megan Stephenson, Community Resuscitation Engagement Officer for Cumbria at North West Ambulance Service, said: “I would like to congratulate Workington Town Council on their fantastic initiative to install a second wind and solar-powered defibrillator cabinet in Siddick. This is a vital step in ensuring that life-saving equipment is both sustainable and accessible for residents and visitors alike. With 24/7 access to the defibrillator, this installation significantly enhances the community’s ability to respond in an emergency, especially in an area where the mains electricity supply can often be unreliable. While no formal training is required to use a defibrillator, we will be offering a free CPR awareness session locally to empower those who attend with the confidence and skills to act swiftly, perform CPR, and use the defibrillator effectively.”

Workington Town Councillor Michael Heaslip, Chair of the Environment Committee, commented: “The new cabinet forms part of the Council’s ongoing work to improve access to life-saving equipment in each neighbourhood of the town while embracing innovative, environmentally friendly solutions. By harnessing both wind and solar energy, these defibrillator cabinets ensure 24/7 availability, even in locations without a reliable power supply”.

As part of our ongoing commitment to community resuscitation, we continue to work with partners to expand access to defibrillators, increase public confidence in their use, and explore sustainable technologies that support resilient emergency response.