PNECET And Preston North End Introduce Bleed Control Cabinet At Deepdale

The cabinet, which contains essential first aid equipment designed to help save lives in the rare event of a serious injury, has been installed near The Gentry Bar at Deepdale, as part of a wider city initiative to improve public safety across Preston. The cabinet will provide immediate access to emergency medical supplies that can help sustain life until professional medical assistance arrives.

The introduction of the bleed cabinet is part of the Champions Programme and its ongoing work around knife crime.

The Champions Programme is delivered by Preston North End Community and Education Trust (PNECET) and funded by the Lancashire Violence Reduction Network (LVRN), part of the Office of the Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner.

The programme works with young people across Preston to build life skills, raise aspirations, and promote positive decision-making, while bringing together local organisations to address the root causes of serious violent crime. The installation of the bleed control cabinet reflects this shared commitment to prevention, safety, and responsibility within the local community.

Supporters are reassured that this is a proactive and precautionary measure, not a response to any incident or increase in risk. The safety of all supporters, staff and visitors remains the club’s highest priority.

Clive Grunshaw, Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire said: “Installing this new bleed control cabinet at Preston North End is an important step and reflects the preventative, partnership‑led approach set out in my Police and Crime Plan.

“Our focus is always on reducing serious violence, but when incidents do occur, this equipment can be vital in saving lives.”

Harriet Creighton-Levis, PNECET CEO, said: “We’re proud to introduce the bleed control cabinet at Deepdale as part of our ongoing commitment to community safety and wellbeing. This is a proactive step that we hope will never need to be used, but it ensures that we are as prepared as possible in the unlikely event of an emergency.

“It’s about prevention, care, and doing what we can to protect the people who visit and live around our stadium.”

Courtney Kirkham, Champions Mentor at PNECET, added: “The Champions Programme focuses on helping young people make positive choices and take pride in their communities. Supporting this initiative through Operation Sceptre shows how education, awareness, and action can come together to make a real and lasting difference in a community.”

Adam Bolton, Champions Coordinator at PNECET, said: “By bringing the bleed control cabinet to Deepdale, we’re showing our commitment to community safety in a really practical way. It’s another example of how the Champions Programme goes beyond workshops and conversations, it’s about real change and visible impact in our city.”

The bleed cabinet will enhance Deepdale’s emergency readiness and complement existing safety measures, ensuring that in the rare event of a serious incident, immediate support will be close at hand.

By investing in this equipment, PNECET and Preston North End Football Club continue to demonstrate leadership in community care, preparedness and partnership, ensuring Deepdale remains a place where everyone can come together safely and confidently.