County Lib Dems call for action on Free School Meals

Liberal Democrats on Warwickshire County Council release amendments to the Conservative administration's budget proposals which will be debated on Tuesday 7 February 2023 at Shire Hall Warwick.

As part of the Lib Dem's call for action is for the Conservatives to do more in getting support for Free School Meals and lobby the Government.

Commenting, Group Leader, Councillor Jerry Roodhouse said:

"The Liberal Democrat group on Warwickshire County Council are calling for greater Free School Meal access. We are calling for the County Council to bring forward proposals that aim to significantly increase the take-up of Free School Meals, including considering the option of automatic opt-in and how this can lawfully be done and that the Government funds local authorities accordingly."

"With the increased costs on families the Government can quickly ensure that children get a meal and also the school gets extra pupil premium into its budget, it is a no brainer which can be implemented now."