Transport for London faces mounting pressure to install life-saving bleed control kits across its entire bus network, following a successful rollout on the Underground. The Daniel Baird Foundation, set up after 22-year-old Daniel died from a stab wound in 2017, argues the kits could dramatically improve survival rates for victims of serious injuries.
The emergency kits contain tourniquets, pressure dressings and gloves designed for immediate first aid during catastrophic bleeding. They can be used by trained individuals or members of the public before paramedics arrive, stemming blood loss that could prove fatal.
Martyn Rushford from the Daniel Baird Foundation said buses reach every community across London, making the kits vital for the "golden hour" following severe injury when rapid intervention saves lives. The campaign follows the successful introduction of bleed kits across London Underground stations.
TfL said it is reviewing the request and remains committed to passenger safety. The transport authority works with the Metropolitan Police and other partners to tackle crime and enhance emergency preparedness across its network.
Community leaders and health professionals back the initiative, recognising the kits' potential beyond knife crime incidents. They would help with severe accidental injuries, creating broader public safety coverage across the capital, particularly in areas where immediate medical care might be delayed.
The Foundation has already secured thousands of kit installations nationwide, building a growing network of emergency response points. The campaign draws on the family's tragedy to drive change, advocating for widespread bleed kit availability in public spaces across the UK.