Summary
The government of England plans to ban deep-fried foods and restrict sugary items in schools. The changes aim to improve the health and nutrition of school children. The new rules will phase in over several years and include more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in school meals.
Key Facts
- Deep-fried foods will not be allowed in school meals in England.
- Sugary foods will be limited, with fruit replacing treats for most school days.
- The Department for Education states that these changes aim to provide healthier meals for children.
- The new standards will come into effect in September 2027.
- A nine-week consultation will be held to discuss these proposals.
- Changes will include more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in meals.
- More than one in three children in England leave primary school overweight or obese.
- Free school meals will expand, offering meals to more children starting in September 2026.
