Chicken in many school dinners imported from China and Thailand
Summary
Chicken served in many Welsh school meals is imported from countries like China and Thailand. Data shows high percentages of non-EU chicken used, particularly in some local areas. Welsh councils ensure all imported chicken meets strict UK food safety standards.Key Facts
- Some Welsh schools serve chicken imported from China and Thailand for school meals.
- 99% of the chicken in Merthyr Tydfil schools comes from outside the EU.
- Three Welsh local authorities reported over 85% of imported chicken in school meals.
- The Welsh government aims to use more locally produced food in schools.
- All chicken, whether imported or local, must comply with UK food safety standards.
- Councils such as Ynys Mon and Bridgend source 100% of chicken from the UK.
- As of September 2025, Caerphilly Council reports that no school chicken comes from outside the UK and EU.
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