Free life-saving training held in Wellington

Paul Davis said the courses "could mean the difference between life and death"

Residents in Wellington are being offered free life-saving training, with 10 sessions being held.

The two-hour course covers basic life support, choking, recovery position and defibrillator awareness.

Sessions are being funded by a grant from town councillors.

Mayor of Wellington, councillor Paul Davis, said it was hoped people would find it beneficial to have some "hands-on, practical experience".

The Telford & Wrekin Councillors' Pride Fund is allocated annually to each member.

Money is given to support improvements or projects that help to deliver priorities in councillors' ward areas.

Mr Davis is providing funding along with four other councillors.

He said: "This is an important initiative for us - it literally could mean the difference between life and death.

"We hope that the free training will be taken up by local residents who want to increase their knowledge of vital life saving methods."

The courses are being held at Arleston Community Centre and Wellington Leisure Centre, with places limited to 12.

The next one is scheduled for 24 May.