Government orders UK schools to follow new rules from SeptemberThe changes will be enforced from the start of the new school yearView 2 Images (Image: PA)The Government has announced that all UK schools will need to follow new safety rules from September. Schools must also establish a dedicated allergy policy and ensure teachers undergo mandatory training to guarantee compliance with the requirements. ‌The changes take effect following campaigns from parents calling for additional measures to be introduced to protect children with allergies while at school. View 2 Images (Image: pololia - stock.adobe.com)Following sustained campaigning, schools will now be obliged to implement individualised healthcare plans for pupils with medical conditions. He said: "Expecting schools to stock 'spare' adrenaline auto-injectors for use in emergency situations appears a sensible step, as is training staff to use them effectively.

Source: Daily Mirror March 07, 2026 12:37 UTC