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Free School Meals Overlooked | Leicester News
Starting next month, hundreds of thousands of kids could get free school meals — but a major charity warns most parents don’t know they qualify. The new policy expands eligibility to families on universal credit, even if they earn slightly more than before, potentially saving families nearly $500 per child annually and lifting kids out of poverty. Yet a shocking new survey reveals over half of affected parents are unaware. The charity argues the government — not schools — should be the outreach arm, since they hold the data and can guide families through enrollment. School leaders agree it’s…
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