HC Deb 11 May 1961 vol 640 cc620-1
19. Mr. Godman Irvine

asked the Minister of Education what steps he proposes to take to include fresh apples in school meals in order to promote dental health.

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Education (Mr. Kenneth Thompson)

My right hon. Friend gives general guidance to local education authorities on nutritional standards for the meals service and has suggested that fresh fruit may be used.