Benedict’s Law received royal assent in April 2026 as part of the children’s wellbeing and schools act 2026. To comply, all schools – including maintained schools, academies, independent settings, alternative provision and pupil referral units – must ensure that the following are in place: A published allergy safety policy on the school website. Training for all staff (including every adult working on site) covering allergy awareness, prevention, day-to-day management, and emergency response. Spare adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) available on site. Individual healthcare plans (IHPs) or allergy action plans for pupils with diagnosed allergies. Improved communication systems and effective record keeping. Alongside this, updated statutory guidance from the Department for Education – Supporting Children and Young People with Medical Conditions and Allergies – is due for release. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.