Holbeach firm saves LIVES with PPE donation
A South Holland building company has helped to protect lifesaving volunteers by donating much needed supplies.
Branch Bros, based in Boston Road South, Holbeach, has supported frontline services by provided a range of personal protective equipment.
The company, which has other depots in in Bourne and Deeping St James, pulled together all its stock in order to support the charity.
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LIVES have received eye protection, suits, gloves and face masks thanks to the firm.
It is estimated that one in five people in the county have been cared for by LIVES since 2000.
Kirsty Raywood, of LIVES, said: “During these difficult times, we have working hard to provide the correct levels of PPE to our Community First Responder and Medic Responders.
“We need to keep them safe and well, so they can be there for their community when the worst happens.
“The donation from Branch Bros has meant so much to us, we can continue to be there, when minutes matter, safely.”
Ashley Branch, of Branch Bros, said he was pleased to support the work of LIVES.
He said: “As a rural based business we recognise the vital role that LIVES carries out.
“They are often the first on the scene and we wanted to support them as best we could in these unprecedented times.”
Branch Bros’ work is part of a co-ordinated effort by national trade body the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) appealing for donations of PPE for the healthcare sector across its membership.
John Newcomb, Chief Executive of the BMF, said: “Our members play a key role in the community and the unique nature of their work, and their stock of PPE, puts them in a good position to make a difference to our healthcare professionals at this difficult time.”
