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Benedict's Law: Schools Must Stock Allergy Pens
4 Sep
Summary
- New allergy law requires schools to store life-saving allergy pens.
- Schools must now have allergy policies and staff training.
- Benedict Blythe, 5, died from accidental cow's milk exposure.
A significant legal change, known as Benedict's Law, has been implemented in England this week, enhancing allergy protocols for schools.
This new legislation mandates that all state-funded schools will store life-saving allergy pens, a crucial measure for students with severe allergies.
The first phase of Benedict's Law requires schools to establish comprehensive whole-school allergy policies. Furthermore, all staff must undergo relevant training, and individual healthcare plans must be in place for pupils identified with allergies.
Benedict Blythe, a five-year-old boy, tragically passed away in December 2021 following accidental exposure to cow's milk protein while attending Barnack Primary School. His parents expressed that the new law will "protect generations of children."
