The competition is open to all kitchen-based staff involved in the daily preparation of pupils’ meals in schools across the UK whether from a local authority or contract-catered site, managed in-ho
Brad, who was vice chair, has stepped up after Michael Hales unexpectedly resigned just over two months into the role.
Following the Budget, the Soil Association said they welcomed the lifting of the two-child benefit cap and the extension to the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to cover more products.
This recognition celebrates the school’s commitment to embedding a positive food culture at the heart of school life and the ‘transformational’ work they have put into this.
Launched in September, the partnership was created to transform catering, cleaning, caretaking and grounds maintenance services across Nottinghamshire.
All state primary school children in London have been offered free school meals since September 2023 after the Mayor stepped in with ‘unprecedented’ funding to support the capital’s families.
This growing movement announced 16 areas have achieved SFP’s evidence-based accreditation, the only scheme of its kind globally, recognising local efforts to transform food systems for the better.
From the start of the 2026 school year, over half a million more children will benefit from a free nutritious meal every school day as the Government has announced plans to expand the free school m
The Juniper Club is the new primary school catering identity, designed to make lunchtime a moment of connection, discovery and joy.
The awards provide an opportunity for those working within the school food sector to get some much-deserved recognition for their hard work. The three categories for this year's awards are: