Lincolnshire to take part in pilot scheme for healthier school meals
It's part of the government's levelling up plans
Last updated 7th Feb 2022
Lincolnshire has been chosen to take part in a pilot project - to make sure school meals meet national guidance - supporting pupils' health and wellbeing.
As part of the government’s levelling-up plans, the Department of Education and the Food Standards Agency will explore whether local authority food safety inspections can be used to check school food standards are being met.
Other participating councils include Blackpool, Plymouth and Nottingham. Pilots will go live in September.
Coun Patricia Bradwell, executive member for children’s services, said:
“It’s vital that schoolchildren have access to nutritious food. A good diet, coupled with physical activity, can reduce the risk of obesity and chronic diseases and improve oral health, helping children lead happier, healthier lives.
“Our food education team already provides a wide range of training, advice and support to local schools, helping ensure pupils are eating well and that menus are tailored for nutritious, enjoyable eating.
"This new pilot project will provide further assurance for both schools and parents that pupils are getting the food they need to flourish.”
The new pilot scheme was included in the Levelling Up White Paper report, which was released last week (February 2):