In an effort to modernize the 97-year-old Miss England competition, the outdated swimwear round will be replaced by a focus on life-saving skills such as chest compressions and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. The new segment, titled the “CPR Queen” challenge, was introduced by the current Miss World England, Milla Magee, who is a trained lifeguard and passionate advocate for CPR education. Magee’s personal experience with a family emergency where no one knew CPR inspired her to make it her mission to ensure others are prepared to handle such situations.
Magee recalled a tragic incident where her grandparents suffered heart attacks at home and family members were unable to help due to lack of CPR knowledge. This motivated her to push for mandatory CPR training in schools and to initiate the Go Far With CPR campaign. Contestants in the Miss England competition are now encouraged to creatively showcase their CPR knowledge, either through community outreach or online sharing. The winner of the new CPR round will be named the official “CPR Queen” chosen by Magee.
The Miss England competition usually includes segments such as personal interviews, swimwear, sportswear, formal evening wear, and a live question round. Magee’s push for mandatory CPR education in schools has caught the attention of Parliament and even Prince William, who showed his support by sending her a letter. Pageant director Angie Beasley, who learned CPR from Magee, supports the cause and advocates for sharing this vital knowledge with future contestants.
As Magee prepares to compete in Miss World in India, she emphasizes the importance of empowering, educating, and encouraging younger generations to leave a positive legacy. The 2025 Miss England competition will highlight aspects such as athleticism and ethical fashion, but Magee believes that the CPR round is the most meaningful addition. She stresses the power of being able to save a life with bare hands and the significance of preparing the youth for emergency situations where quick action can make a difference.
Magee’s personal experience and dedication to CPR education have driven her to use her platform as a beauty queen to advocate for this important life-saving skill. By incorporating the CPR Queen challenge into the Miss England competition, she aims to raise awareness about the importance of CPR knowledge and encourage others to learn these essential skills. Her efforts to push for mandatory CPR training in schools and gain support from influential figures like Prince William demonstrate her commitment to making a positive impact in her community and beyond.
