New life-saving equipment installed on Plymouth Hoe

A new Defibrillator has been installed at the Liner Lookout Café on Plymouth Hoe, providing life-saving public access to support the safety of the general public.

The initiative to install the defibrillator device, supported by Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP) and Plymouth City Council, was started by Liner Lookout Café owners Ann and David Morrish. A defibrillator is a machine which restarts the heart in the event of a cardiac arrest and if used correctly can save lives.

On taking possession of the life-saving Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) machine, provided by the charity HeartSWell South West, Ann and David Morrish said: “With events happening all year round on Plymouth Hoe, and as a popular tourist hotspot in the city, it makes sense for a defibrillator be available for public access should the unthinkable happen. The commitment to raising awareness of this equipment to the public is a first for the city and we’d like to thank HeartSWell South West, Plymouth Waterfront Partnership and Plymouth City Council for supporting this activity.”

David Wells, HeartSWell South West Trustee, said: “We are very pleased to be able to donate this piece of equipment to the Liner Lookout Café. Hopefully it will never be needed, but having a defibrillator located in a location as busy as the Hoe is essential and can be the saving grace in an emergency situation.”

With support from Plymouth City Council, the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership has worked with the Liner Lookout Café to provide clear signage to make the public aware of this potentially life-saving piece of equipment.

Sarah Gibson, Chief Executive for the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership said: “We’re delighted the Liner Lookout Café and HeartSWell have teamed up to provide a defibrillator on The Hoe. This iconic location within Plymouth’s Waterfront area attracts thousands of visitors every year. To have this lifesaving equipment available and clearly signed is an important addition to the area.”

To be able to continue to provide this piece of lifesaving equipment, HeartSWell rely heavily on fundraising activities and donations from the public. Find out more at heartswell.org.uk