Free School Meals 2020-01-20
2020-01-20
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Inquires about the Government's policy on free school meals.
Questions the Minister for her position on free school meals, noting their benefits in reducing inequalities and improving children's health and attainment. She asks if the government will extend free school meals to all primary school children as Labour has proposed.
Responds by stating the Government already provides free school meals to 1.3 million children and 1.4 million infants, targeting those from disadvantaged homes on low incomes. The Minister personally believes this is right as it ensures they have a nutritious meal every day.
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