New Allergy Rules in English Schools: Benedict's Law

0:00On March 5, schools in England now face new rules requiring all staff to get allergy awareness training, plus stocking spare adrenaline, auto injectors for emergencies, even for kids without a known diagnosis. This stems from a campaign called Benedict's Law, sparked by the tragic death of five-year-old Benedict Blythe from an anaphylactic reaction at school. Back in December, 2021, parents and teachers are welcoming the changes, with Benedict's mother calling it a major step to prevent other families' heartbreak, while some. Headteachers note, area-sures families, and they've already budgeted for training and gear. School leaders unions worry about costs, urging government funding since many schools lack these safeguards, a recent check found 70 percent, without proper protections and half-missing spare injectors. With 680,000 allergic kids in England, and half a million law school days last year from related issues, officials hope this cuts. Absences, and saves lives as the rules roll out this September. After public input, after public input, with 680,000 allergic kids in England, and half a million law school days last year from related issues, officials hope this cuts.