The programme began in September 2019 when a pilot ran across five schools in conjunction with local charity, Caring Cooks.
The objectives include:
Harlech Foodservices is now supplying Shire Services, the catering arm of Shropshire County Council, with a range of drinks and vending products for primary and secondary schools.
The LACA Allergen Management Guidance for Catering in Education, which was launched during Forster’s time as LACA chair, aims to support schools, caterers and pupils in understanding the best pract
Schools who hold this award have proved that they serve high quality, freshly prepared and locally sourced school meals.
Schools in Tower Hamlets have switched from its standard school ketchup offering to 14 allergen free Real Good Ketchup, which is specially designed for children.
LACA are delighted to be partnering once again with the Bisto brand of Premier Foods as sponsor of SCOTY 2025. The competition is also supported by The Worshipful Company of Cooks of London.
This new ‘managed outsource’ arrangement will see the council purchase and manage the supply of meals from alternative providers on behalf of the schools and nurseries who subscribe to this service
Currently all eligible families are encouraged to apply for free school meals at the beginning of each school year.
The council is aiming to team up with a partner from either the public or private sector to form a joint venture company to enhance the efficiency and quality of services, while also ensuring finan