Woman demands for better sun safety in schools

Department of Education to look into introducing more shaded areas

A Manx woman is calling for primary schools to introduce better sun safety measures.

Natassja Chadwick has two children with a rare genetic blood condition which makes them allergic to sunlight.

The proposal would include providing larger shaded areas and raising awareness about the risks of sun exposure.

She believes the change could have a positive impact for her children:

Minister for Education Dr Alex Allinson says it's something the department will definitely consider: