Free school meals rolled out to pupils in years 7 and 8
What was announced
<ul> <li>Free school meals are being rolled out across Wales for Year 7 and 8 learners from households receiving Universal Credit.</li> <li>All local authorities will be serving meals to eligible learners by January 2027.</li> <li>Parents and carers of Year 7 and 8 learners receiving Universal Credit should register for free school meals via their local authority so their child can access a meal.</li> </ul>
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- Original: https://media.service.gov.wales/news/free-school-meals-rolled-out-to-pupils-in-years-7-and-8
- Published 2026-11-05 22:00:00 UTC
- Read by this site 2026-11-05 22:45:44 UTC from Welsh Government
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