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Petition calling for free school meals for all primary children to be delivered to 10 Downing Street

A petition of over 32,000 signatures calling for free school meals to be expanded is being delivered to Parliament by Barnardo’s and actress and ambassador Michelle Collins today (2 March).
Barnado's chief executive and actress Michelle Collins have handed the petition to No.10 Downing Street, PHOTO: Barnardo's
Barnado's chief executive and actress Michelle Collins have handed the petition to No.10 Downing Street, PHOTO: Barnardo's

Barnardo’s chief executive Lynn Perry, Michelle Collins, known for her long-standing roles in Coronation Street and Eastenders, along with young people, will hand in the petition to Number 10 at midday today (Thursday 2 March).

The petition calls for free school meals to made a universal offer so all primary school pupils in England receive at least 'one nutritious and filling meal a day'.

The charity says free school meals for all primary-aged children would also relieve stress and anxiety for children at mealtimes, as well as the pressures families living in poverty are facing.

The petition calls upon the Government to follow in the footsteps of Scotland and Wales, who have both committed to providing free meals for all primary school pupils. Barnardo’s wants to ensure children in England aren’t left behind.

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