School meals1 day agoFamilies urged not to miss out on free school mealsWestmorland and Furness Council says free meals will not be awarded automatically.1 day ago1 day agoCall for school meals to be brought back in-houseThe GMB union says there has been a drop in school meals quality since the service was outsourced.1 day ago6 days agoKids food scheme set to grow after 'crazy' supportThe Grumpy Cook in Hastings is set to expand its scheme after receiving £30,000 in donations.6 days ago6 Aug 2026Bid to extend holiday food and activities programmeThe authority will consider who should deliver the holiday activity and meal scheme going forward.6 Aug 202621 Jul 2026Families skipping meals during holidays - charityFareShare Sussex & Surrey says it is facing a "mountain" of need over the school holidays.21 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Children 'unfairly excluded' from free food schemeDurham Council calls on the government to extend access to a free food and activities scheme.16 Jul 202616 Jul 2026Free meals to be automatic for eligible pupilsParents currently need to fill in an application form – which may mean some children miss out.16 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Council defends axing kids' holiday meal vouchersSandwell Council is due to replace automatic holiday meal vouchers for children on free school meals.10 Jul 20267 Jul 2026School dinner price rise approvedHartlepool Council approves an increase in the price charged for meals at 15 schools from September.7 Jul 2026...
