This bill requires local authorities to automatically identify and register all children eligible for free school meals, with families able to opt out. Schools must provide free meals to registered eligible children.
A Bill to make provision about the automatic registration of all children eligible for free school meals; to provide for an opt-out where the family wishes; and for connected purposes.
Status: In Progress
Current House: Commons
Stage: 2nd reading
Sponsored by: Peter Lamb
Introduced: 2024-10-16