A Bill to require the teaching in schools of skills relating to emergency situations, including life-saving skills; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
Dr Neil Shastri-HurstConservative
14 January 2026
The bill would require schools to teach emergency response and life-saving skills to pupils. It aims to give students practical knowledge on what to do in emergencies and how to help others before professional help arrives. It is currently at the first reading in the House of Commons, introduced by Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst.
The bill is at the first reading in the House of Commons; it has not yet progressed to a committee stage or debate. The next steps would be a second reading followed by committee and report stages if it proceeds.
Generated 21 February 2026
The next stage for this Bill, Second reading, is scheduled to take place on Friday 29 May 2026.
This is a Private Members' Bill and was introduced to Parliament on Tuesday 13 January 2026 under the Ten Minute Rule.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.