The platform has been launched in response to the results of research, which shows that many teachers are getting little training in the area of nutrition, which the BNF said can affect health and
Christiaanse made the announcement at the Brakes UK Child Food Insecurity Forum at the House of Commons on Tuesday.
He said: “This election is a real opportunity to bring us back together. And cement a plan to give our kids a fair start and a future they can benefit from.
Other winners on the night included Neel Radia, chair of the National Association of Care Catering, who took home the Public Sector Award.
A call has been made by the OAS to transform school meals in Scotland from a feeding culture to an eating culture. Currently, two thirds of primary school children in Scotland eat school meals.
Giles Turrell, CEO of Weetabix Food Company, said: “Today’s deal is great news for the team at Weetabix and all those who love our brands.
The two day event saw 150 experts from the higher and further education sector go head-to-head to compete in a series of food and drink challenges.
The survey revealed that 51% of respondents said that pupils at their schools were affected by holiday hunger.
YPO worked with the London Borough of Havering to develop a framework that would meet their requirements and offer value for money.
The event is historically held in the first week of November, but has been moved this year because of difficulty in pinpointing when schools and local authorities are holding half term.