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Written question asked by Lord Weir of Ballyholme (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 11 June 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 June 2025. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Malvern (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Education.


Free School Meals: Nutrition

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to improve the nutritional quality of free school meals.

Answer

Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England only.

To ensure quality and nutrition in meals for the future, the department is acting quickly with experts across the sector to revise the School Food Standards, so every school is supported with the latest nutrition guidance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8383
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Free school meals Nutrition Standards
Link
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