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Schools (Allergy Safety) 2025-07-09
09 July 2025
Lead MP
Chris Bloore
Debate Type
General Debate
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Employment
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Chris Bloore raised concerns about schools (allergy safety) 2025-07-09 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The lead MP argued for the need to create a Schools (Allergy Safety) Bill, which would require schools to maintain an allergy management policy; hold a supply of adrenaline auto-injectors; and provide allergy training for staff. He highlighted that food allergies affect around two children in every classroom, with 80% of allergic reactions occurring at school. The MP also cited statistics showing hospital admissions for allergic reactions have risen by 160% in the past 20 years, and noted the lack of consistency across schools in allergy management.
Chris Bloore
Lab
Redditch
The lead MP argued that without an Allergy Safety Bill, children with allergies often miss out on learning opportunities due to fear and anxiety. He emphasised the need for a national framework ensuring every school has allergy policies, trained staff, and spare adrenalin auto-injectors, regardless of location or family income.
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