Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, whether she has had discussions with the Secretary of Health and Social Care on the potential merits of introducing heart screening for young people participating in physical education in (a) schools and (b) universities.

The department has not held specific discussions with the Department for Health and Social Care on heart screening for young people participating in physical education.

All pupils attending compulsory education are required to take part in physical education as part of the national curriculum. We expect schools to be aware of the risks associated with sporting activities and to provide a safe environment for pupils. The government recognises the value of physical activity in enhancing the health and wellbeing of young people.

Universities are autonomous institutions and are responsible for decisions about the welfare and health of their students.