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Benedict's Law Changes School Allergy Safety | Leicester News
Starting September 2026, England’s schools face a life-saving mandate: Benedict’s Law, named after a five-year-old who died from a milk allergy, requires every school to have clear allergy policies, trained staff, and spare adrenaline pens ready for emergencies. From teachers to bus drivers, everyone must be prepared to handle anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal reaction that can strike without warning. Each student with a known allergy will get a personalized healthcare plan, overseen by a dedicated allergy lead and school governor. By 2027, even private and special schools must comply. This…
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