Hamilton school receives a defibrillator through council scheme

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A Hamilton school has received lifesaving technology thanks to the council’s wish list.St Mary’s Primary has picked up a defibrillator following a request made by the parent council to the council’s Community Wish List.The wish was granted by Findel who provide education resource brands and products, school essentials and innovative resources worldwide.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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