A milestone fifteen years in the making is almost here… On Saturday 18th July, Community Defibrillators for Rossendale will proudly unveil our 100th Community Public Access Defibrillator (CPAD). From a single community defibrillator installed in Rawtenstall back in 2011—the very…
On Friday 24th April 2026, Dawn Taylor BEM was formally presented with her British Empire Medal in the magnificent Shire Hall at Lancaster Castle—a setting rich in history and significance. Dawn was recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours List…
We are delighted announce and to share with you today, the wonderful news that Dawn Taylor has been recognised in the New Year Honours List and has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) by His Majesty The King. This…
On Friday 7th November, NWAS hosted its 2025 Community First Responder (CFR) Conference at the Garstang Country Hotel & Golf Club. The day concluded with a special evening celebration to recognise and thank CFRs who have volunteered for over 10…
The 20th July say the latest defib installed in the valley, with support from our sister organisation Community Defibs for Rossendale. That makes the valley’s total 88 across the borough. The latest defib is found in Stacksteads, just off Rook…
Thank you to all our team who give up their time no matter what they are doing and respond to the those people in our community who need immediate medical response. Day or night, 24 hours a day, 7 days…
On Monday 21st October 2024, Rossendale CFRs had a special awards evening. Some responders received the King Coronation’s medals for 5 year service. Others received commemorative coronation coins from the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE). The King’s Coronation Medal…