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Critical Bleed kit placed in Kettering store

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M&B Local, Windmill Ave, Kettering is one of the latest convenience stores to install a bleed control kit. The store owner thanks Sam Sayer from creative agency DeType for purchasing the kit for the local community. DeType’s sponsorship was inspired by Off The Streets a Northamptonshire community programme. Speaking to Talking Retail, Sayer said: “The …

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