A Dumfries business that’s been kept going for 25 years thanks to its loyal customers is giving back to the community to help keep people alive.
Raymond and Dayne Boyd are donating a defibrillator and want to hear from groups across the region who are in need of the lifesaving equipment.
Managing director of The Boyd Group in Terregles Street, Raymond, said: “As we enter our 25th year in business, we wish to continue our commitment to providing effective health and safety management and services across Dumfries and Galloway by giving something back to our local community.
“To help someone who is in cardiac arrest effectively, a defibrillator needs to be found as quickly as possible. For every minute it takes for the defibrillator to reach someone and deliver a shock, their chances of survival reduce by up to 10 per cent.
“Only three per cent of cardiac arrests happen within the recommended retrieval distance of a defibrillator.”
Any group wishing to apply for the defibrillator can complete an application form and attach a letter telling Boyd Group why they should pick you or your nominated organisation.
Judges will shortlist the entries and a winner will be picked at random after the closing date of December 24.
Forms can by dropped in to the office in Terregles Street or you can apply online at https://form.jotform.com/203132741450342.
People will also have the chance to apply for the defibrillator, worth more than £1,200, by going to the company’s pop-up shop in the town’s Loreburn Centre which will be open from next Friday.
