The government has declared that the free school meals scheme will be expanded to include more children across the UK, commencing next year. At present, all children in England are entitled to free school meals until the end of Year 2, but beyond that, they only qualify if their family receives certain benefits.

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Children from families claiming Universal Credit currently only qualify if their household income is less than £7,400 per annum after benefits. However, from September 2026, all children in households receiving Universal Credit will be eligible for a free hot meal, according to the Mirror .

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