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Benedict's Law Changes UK Schools | Leeds News
Starting this September, every UK school will carry life-saving allergy pens thanks to Benedict’s Law — a new government mandate born from tragedy and advocacy. After the death of 10-year-old Benedict Blythe in 2021, his parents, Helen and Peter, turned grief into action, pushing for nationwide safety reforms. The law now requires schools to train staff on using adrenaline auto-injectors, implement clear allergy policies, and create individual healthcare plans for students — protecting not just children, but the 1.5 million adults who work in schools. While this is a major step toward safer…
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