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Jamie Oliver says politicians must ‘step up to the plate’ over free school meals

Jamie Oliver has urged politicians to 'step up to the plate' regarding free school meals, as 19% of UK parents buy unhealthy food weekly due to cost concerns, according to a YouGov survey for Barnardo’s.
Barnardo’s highlighted that access to free school meals in England is 'extremely restrictive' for families earning less than £7,400 after tax.
Oliver stated that feeding children well can lead to better educational and economic outcomes, potentially adding £8.9 billion to the economy over 20 years.
The Government is reviewing its free school meal policies and announced plans to introduce free breakfast clubs in 750 schools starting in April.

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St Helens Star

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Jamie Oliver says politicians must ‘step up to the plate’ over free school meals

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Wales Online

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Jamie Oliver urges politicians to ‘step up to the plate’ on free school meals

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Daily Mirror

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foodfoundation.org.uk

Teachers say more children than ever are coming to school hungry

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