Mardons Social Club has demonstrated its commitment to the local community by working with Westfield Parish Council on the installation and maintenance of a new, potentially life-saving defibrillator.

Located just outside the front door, the defibrillator is kept in a secure metal cabinet and the emergency services will ensure people have the access code in the event of an emergency.

Chair of the Council, Cllr Geoff Fuller, said: “The Parish Council is committed to installing defibrillators at regular points throughout the parish.

“Our first defibrillator, located at the local shops at the top of Elm Tree Avenue, was donated to the local community by Waterside Carnival Club in June 2013.

“Our second defibrillator has just been installed at Mardons Social Club and it is an important asset to those living around Nightingale Way.

“The third defibrillator in the Parish is to be installed shortly at the Fire Station on Wells Road.

“We know how valuable this equipment is in saving lives, and having three across the parish will be fantastic.

“Many thanks to Mardons Social Club for undertaking the weekly checks of the equipment, which are vital to keep it in use in the community. This is just another fine example of the community spirit which is so important to the residents of Westfield.”