§ Jackie BallardTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment what representations he has received from local education authorities about the use of horse chestnuts in schools, in relation to the safety of children who suffer from anaphylaxis. [98007]
§ Jacqui SmithThe Department has not received any representations from local education authorities about the use of horse chestnuts in schools and we do not issue specific guidance about horse chestnuts. We have issued, with the Department of Health, joint guidance for schools on "Supporting Pupils with Medical Needs" which contains advice on anaphylaxis. Advice is also available on the joint DfEE and Department of Health "Wired For Health" website.