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Lucy Powell Announces New School Food Standards for Meals

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  • Lucy Powell announced new school food standards to overhaul meals.
  • All school meals must contain at least one portion of fruit or vegetables.
  • Menus must feature lentils, chickpeas or other pulses at least once weekly.
  • Processed meats may be served only once a week, paired with fruit or veg.
  • Headteachers say extra funding is needed to implement the standards.