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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 19 June 2025
Debate
Children’s Wellbeing and Schools BillContribution
The funding for free school meals comes through the dedicated school grant but is not ring-fenced. Some schools cream a bit off the top—they feel they need to. In contrast, some schools are subsidising the foods available, and the charity Chefs in Schools is doing a magnificent job helping schools manage with what they get. A focus on plant-rich menus is very helpful here.
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