HC Deb 11 November 2003 vol 413 cc223-4W
Dr. Tonge

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what advice he gives to education authorities concerning the content and quality of school meals. [136207]

Mr. Stephen Twigg

In April 2001, the Government introduced regulations which set minimum nutritional standards for school lunches. They were accompanied by guidance entitled "Healthy School Lunches", which is available for school caterers, heads and others implementing the standards. The guidance on the standards is available on the DfES website: www.dfes.gov.uk/schoollunches