After considering feedback from the public and staff, LAS chief executive Daniel Elkeles confirmed that Defib the cat can remain at Walthamstow Ambulance Station, acknowledging his importance to both the staff and community.
Defib, who has lived at Walthamstow Ambulance Station for 16 years, was at risk of being rehomed due to safety concerns after several near misses but ultimately gained public support.
A petition signed by over 62,000 people advocating for Defib's right to stay emphasized the cat's role in relieving stress among the ambulance staff.
The London Ambulance Service acknowledged that some new staff members have severe allergies, creating a dilemma for Defib's housing, yet public sentiment prevailed.
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