Written Question·Department for Education·UIN 68739

Educational Institutions: Temperature

Tabled: 17 July 2025

Answered: 12 August 2025

Question

Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what steps she has taken to ensure that educational institutions in England have adequate policies to ensure the safety of staff and students during heatwaves.

Answer

Stephen Morgan

The responsible body, whether a local authority, academy trust, or voluntary-aided body, must ensure the health, safety, and welfare of pupils and staff, including maintaining safe internal environments during hot weather.The department’s Education Hub of...

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