Petition Provide food vouchers for disabled children, unable to access their meals.

We ask the Government to ensure that disabled children who are eligible, but who cannot access their school, still receive their free school meals. This would mean requiring local authorities to put a system in place to provide food vouchers to disabled children who are unable to access their meals.

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We want to ensure that disabled children are not substantially disadvantaged and can receive the means tested Free School Meal benefit, the same as their non disabled peers can, and to guarantee that their disability does not get in the way of accessing this support.

According to the Equality Act 2010 and Education Act reasonable adjustments should be made. During the pandemic lockdowns, supermarket vouchers were sent out, proving that there is a practical, discreet and inclusive solution.

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Provision of free school meals debated by MPs

MPs held a debate on the provision of free school meals on Tuesday 7 May in Westminster Hall. The debate was led by Munira Wilson MP.

The Minister for Schools, Damian Hinds MP, responded on behalf of the Government.

During the debate MPs discussed the value of free school meals for children's health, well-being and educational attainment.
In response, the Minister outlined the extent of free school meal support currently in place and the vital role it plays in supporting disadvantaged children.

What is a Westminster Hall debate?

Westminster Hall is the second chamber of the House of Commons. Westminster Hall debates give MPs an opportunity to raise local and national issues and receive a response from a government minister. Westminster Hall debates are general debates that do not end in a vote.

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Date closed 26 July 2023
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