The Labour Party, led by Sir Keir Starmer, is under increasing pressure to commit to providing universal free school meals in England. This key policy was first introduced by the previous Labour leadership and has been widely endorsed since then by a large number of organisations, including child poverty charities and food poverty campaigners.
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Supporters of this policy argue that it will help to reduce child poverty and provide much-needed assistance to families struggling financially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The UK government is also facing significant criticism for its decision not to introduce universal free school meals, despite growing calls from across the political spectrum.
Sir Keir Starmer recently announced his intention to make the provision of free school meals a priority when the party returns to government. However, he has yet to fully commit to the policy and it is unclear how Labour would ensure its implementation if they were to form a new government.
This is an issue that will likely continue to be at the forefront of debate in the lead up to the next election, and pressure on Sir Keir Starmer is growing for him and his party to make a clear commitment on this important matter. It remains to be seen whether Labour will offer a strong commitment on universal free school meals or not. Whatever their decision, it looks set to have an impact on both the political landscape and how parents across England are able to provide nutritious meals for their children in future.
What measures would Labour put in place to ensure the successful implementation of universal free school meals?
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