08/03/2026
Really pleased to see this important progress from the Benedict Blythe Foundation. The introduction of Benedict’s Law and clearer expectations around allergy safety in schools is a hugely positive step forward and a powerful legacy for Benedict.
For the past 10 years we’ve made adrenaline auto-injector training part of our standard teaching, going beyond what is usually required in statutory first aid courses. We’ll continue to support schools and organisations with training to help them prepare for and implement these important changes.
As this develops, we hope organisations involved act responsibly and do not exploit this through increased costs of adrenaline auto-injectors, and that the UK Government ensures adequate funding for schools so these requirements can be implemented properly without detriment to other important areas. đź’‰
Today is a day we have worked towards for years.
Following Benedict’s death, we promised him — and we promised ourselves — that we would fight for change so no other family would have to stand where we stood.
Today, the Department for Education has launched the statutory consultation on Supporting Children with Medical Conditions and Allergy. It delivers the core elements of Benedict’s Law and requires all schools to have: spare allergy pens in schools, allergy training for staff, clear allergy policies and Individual Healthcare Plans.
Benedict’s Law exists because of our son. It exists because of the questions we had to ask. It exists because we refused to accept that uncertainty and inconsistency were good enough.
Benedict was brave, kind and full of life. He would have hated the idea of another child being left unsafe. We are incredibly proud that his name now stands for clearer standards and stronger protection for others.
This moment belongs to all of you as well. To the families who shared your stories. To the clinicians and teachers who spoke up. To everyone who signed, wrote, supported and stood with us.
We have done this for you. For every child with allergies. For every parent who sends their child to school and hopes they will be safe.
This consultation is an important step forward — and we will continue to see it through.
Because of Benedict’s Law, change is happening.
