Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 14176

Hospitality Industry: First Aid

Tabled: 29 June 2026

Answered: 13 July 2026

Question

David Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of requiring licensed pubs, restaurants and other food-serving establishments to have at least one member of staff on duty who holds a valid first aid

Answer

Sir Stephen Timms

The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations 1981 require employers to provide such equipment and facilities as are adequate and appropriate to enable first aid to be rendered to employees who are injured or become ill at work. A needs assessment will de...

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