A primary school in east Ipswich has become the first to have a bleed kit installed in a "pioneering" step working with an anti-knife crime campaign.

At an unveiling at Ravenswood Community Primary School, Paul Stansby and Jamie Hart from the Lucky Anti Crime Foundation and Lucky 13 Tattoo Studio were able to unveil their 44th bleed kit.

This bleed kit, donated by Ipswich Trade Centre, will cater for the Ravenswood area of Ipswich.

Ipswich Star: Jamie Hart and Paul StansbyJamie Hart and Paul Stansby (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Mr Stansby, who began this drive anti-knife initiative back in February 2017 after his brother, Dean, was stabbed to death, said: "Today is a big day for not only my family and team but also the community of Ipswich.

"A pioneer day in keeping our community safe and joining forces with the first school in Suffolk to have an emergency bleed control kit installed.

"We hope that this is echoed to many more schools in the future, wishing to be a part of this amazing step forward in fighting together in a safer future eliminating knife crime from our community forever."

Ipswich Star: Paul Stansby at Ravenswood Community Primary SchoolPaul Stansby at Ravenswood Community Primary School (Image: Charlotte Bond)

 

Ipswich Star: The Mayor of Ipswich, Lynne Mortimer was also at the unveilingThe Mayor of Ipswich, Lynne Mortimer was also at the unveiling (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Ravenswood Primary School headteacher, Helen Kent, said: "This is a pioneering step to equip the community with the essential tools for first aid, specially designed to address bleeding emergencies.

"The strategically placed Bleed Kit contains vital supplies, including bandages, tourniquets, and other life-saving equipment, ensuring the community is well-prepared to respond effectively to unforeseen incidents.

Ipswich Star: The bleed kit will serve the community of RavenswoodThe bleed kit will serve the community of Ravenswood (Image: Charlotte Bond)

"The safety of our school community is paramount. Installing this Bleed Kit is a proactive measure to enhance our emergency preparedness and response capabilities. 

"We believe that being well-equipped is key to maintaining a secure and supportive environment."

Ipswich Star: Jamie Hart and Paul StansbyJamie Hart and Paul Stansby (Image: Charlotte Bond)

Bleed kits have been installed in numerous areas of the town, including Portman Road, Dog's Head Street, and Chantry Library.

Last week, Ipswich actor Kashif O’Connor welcomed the news around the banning of zombie knives, but says still more could be done to tackle violence on the streets.

The government announced on Wednesday that fresh legislation will come into force in September.