Just 60% of schools have policy on food allergies

One in five Irish families have children with a food allergy, yet only 60% of schools have a policy in place to deal with allergic reactions, according to a recent survey of mothers.

The survey also discovered that the vast majority of mums (97%) want to see epinephrine pens made available in public places such as schools and restaurants.

They also think the Government should make food allergy policies mandatory in schools.