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<p>Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England
only.</p><p>The Department has not made a recent assessment of the potential merits
of providing free sunscreen products in schools for pupils.</p><p>School staff have
a duty to look after the pupils in their care. Schools are best placed to determine
what measures are practicable to minimise any known risks arising from outdoor activities
that take place in sunny weather, including exposure to the sun during school breaks.</p><p>The
Department expects schools to take sensible decisions when temperatures are high and
where pupils could be outside for longer periods of time.</p><p>The Department also
expects schools to engage with parents and pupils on what precautions are acceptable
and what measures the school is prepared to undertake. This would include discussions
on how schools adhere to advice from the Department of Health and Social Care, including
whether staff are prepared to administer sunscreen to younger pupils, whether pupils
are allowed to carry their own sunscreen or, alternatively, whether pupils can cover
up and wear sun hats or sunglasses.</p><p>Parents should raise any concerns directly
with a school, which can then advise further on local policies.</p><p> </p><p> </p>
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