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