UK school bans chocolate to protect pupil
AAP
January 27, 2016, 7:36 am
Chocolate has been banned at a primary school in Wales because one pupil has an allergy to it.
Alltwen Primary School in Neath Port Talbot took the bold decision after saying the treat could make one of its youngsters "very ill" - and has even barred teachers from eating chocolate in the staff room.
While the decision has not been universally popular, head teacher Owain Hyett insisted the drastic action was justified.
In a letter to parents, he said: "Unfortunately, one of our pupils has been diagnosed with a chocolate intolerance and can become very ill if in contact with chocolate.
"Sadly the pupil is also highly sensitive to chocolate if it is airborne or being eaten by another pupil.
"To maintain the safety of this pupil our school will be adopting a no-chocolate policy for all pupils and staff. All areas of the school will be chocolate-free including the staff room and office."
My Hyett said the school's catering department was working to amend the dinner menu, and asked parent to ensure there was no trace of chocolate in packed lunches.
The move has divided opinion among parents at the school - with some saying they supported it while others said a total ban was excessive and unenforceable.
