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School Food Standards
Coverage of School Food Standards in the Nexus archive.
- School food standards pilot in England cuts meal uptake by 15%
A six-week pilot of England's new school food standards led to a 15% drop in meal uptake as children preferred packed lunches over healthier options. Caterers expressed concerns that the government's proposed standards may negatively impact children's health despite intentions to improve nutrition.
- Fried nuggets and steamed sponges off menu in school food overhaul in England
England's government plans to overhaul school food standards, banning high-calorie items like fried nuggets and steamed sponges starting in September. The move aims to address rising childhood obesity rates, with 24% of primary school children in England classified as overweight or obese, according to NHS data.