Rejected petition Free school meals for all secondary school students

The government has a duty to ensure every child has access to a healthy meal. Yet many in secondary schools are unfairly denied this fundamental right. The result? Hunger, exhaustion, and lost focus—leaving them to fall behind through no fault of their own.

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The current system is unfair—why should a child whose parents contribute more in taxes be denied free meals?
All children have the right to healthy meals.
Improving the system would ensure all children are treated equally.
This would boost academic achievement by increasing focus and alertness.

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Provide free school meals to all school children
https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/703256

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Date submitted 9 April 2025
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