AQW 27311/22-27

Ms Kate Nicholl
Alliance Party
South Belfast

Tabled Date: 19/05/2025
Answered On Date: 03/06/2025
Priority Written: No

Question:
To ask the Minister of Education, pursuant to AQW 26556/22-27, to detail what engagement there has been with (i) parents of children with allergies; and (ii) children with allergies, as part of the update to the 'Supporting pupils with Medication Needs' Guidance.

Answer:

My officials have met with parents and organisations representing pupils with medical needs including allergies and are considering the information shared as part of the review of the departments current guidance, ‘Supporting pupils with Medication Needs’.