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Emergency and Life-Saving Skills (Schools) 2026-01-13
13 January 2026
Lead MP
Neil Shastri-Hurst
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General Debate
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Neil Shastri-Hurst raised concerns about emergency and life-saving skills (schools) 2026-01-13 in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
This Bill seeks to ensure that every child leaving school possesses the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in emergencies, including life-threatening situations. It aims to equip young people with capabilities that matter beyond the classroom—skills that can preserve life and protect communities. The current education system leaves too much to chance; this Bill seeks to set a clear national expectation for teaching emergency recognition, summoning of emergency assistance, and practical lifesaving interventions such as stopping catastrophic bleeding. Evidence shows that these skills significantly improve outcomes in emergencies and are not confined to domestic accidents but also apply in mass-casualty scenarios.
Solihull West and Shirley
The Bill aims to ensure that pupils can recognise emergency situations quickly, effectively summon help, and receive practical instruction in lifesaving interventions such as managing catastrophic bleeding. It highlights the importance of repeated practice and realistic simulations for better retention and effective intervention under pressure. The training should instil practical resilience: knowing when to act, how to act, and when not to act. The Bill does not propose radical change but ensures consistency in teaching emergency response skills within the education system.
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