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Jun 2026
Asthma – Emergency Inhalers in Schools
Since 01 October 2014, UK schools have been permitted to purchase and keep salbutamol inhalers for emergency use without a prescription. This applies to all primary and secondary schools, although it is not mandatory.
First Aid Quality Partnership – FAQP
The FAQP is a UK industry body focused on maintaining and raising quality standards in first aid training and qualifications.