General Article Labour MPs call for universal free school meals for all primary school children

Topic Selected: Education Book Volume: 423

A growing number of Labour MPs are calling for Sadiq Khan’s decision to provide free school meals for all primary school pupils in London to be rolled out across England.

By Nadine Batchelor-Hunt

The London mayor announced the year-long £130 million scheme on Monday, describing it as an emergency measure in response to the rising cost of living.

‘The cost of living crisis means families and children across our city are in desperate need of additional support,’ said Khan.

‘I have repeatedly ur...

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