The reasons for the decision are:
In 2021/22 – GM VRU and Merseyside VRP worked in partnership
with StreetDoctors to develop an app-based version of the
StreetDoctors lifesaver programme. (Usually delivered face to face
in schools but with cost / resource and logistical implications).
The app has been tested with learners and teachers in various
educational settings and is now ready for roll out. Access per
pupil to the app-based modules (a log in) will be £15
(charged by StreetDoctors), and it was always agreed that
StreetDoctors would hold the rights and eventually license the
product.
As both GM and Merseyside helped to develop this product, we have
been given access per pupil of £5, and also 400 free access
per area.
Our Navigators have been helping to facilitate the testing of the
product (utilising 1 log in for group session), and there is a keen
interest from schools / colleges / Princes Trust to deliver this
app-based training.
Antony Edkins has agreed to support the roll out with £20,000
from the 2022/23 budget, to further engage educational
establishments in the awareness and prevention of violence. This
will provide us with a total of 4400 log ins, with no expiry.
We ae now considering how mental health first aid might be
developed and delivered in a similar way.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 12/05/2023
Decision due: 23 Mar 2023 by Director for Police, Crime, Criminal Justice and Fire
Contact: Lisa Lees Email: lisa.lees@greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk.