Make first aid education compulsory in all UK schools

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

We want the Government to make first aid training a compulsory part of the curriculum in all UK primary and secondary schools.

First aid is a vital life skill. In emergencies, knowing what to do can save lives, yet many students leave school without basic training. Given incidents in schools and everyday life, young people should be prepared to respond. These skills are useful for everyone, regardless of career, and can make a real difference in critical moments.

Why it was rejected

The UK Government or Parliament was already taking the action it asked for.

First aid training is already part of the health curriculum for schools, which you can see on page 37 + 38 of the curriculum guidance here:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1090195/Relationships_Education_RSE_and_Health_Education.pdf

Timeline

19 Mar 2026	Petition opened for signatures
14 Apr 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10

Status Rejected

Rejected 14 Apr 2026

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