The Free Breakfast in Primary Schools Scheme

Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Education – in the Senedd at 2:11 pm on 9 January 2019.

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Photo of Neil McEvoy Neil McEvoy Independent 2:11, 9 January 2019

Thanks, Minister. The ethos behind the scheme is first class, but some of my constituents have written to me with concerns that some children from disadvantaged backgrounds may be missing out. That's because their difficult lives at home may make it difficult for them to consistently get into school on time to benefit from the free food, which can affect their learning. It's a sad fact that there are children in Wales who live in real poverty and go hungry. So, has the Government explored the possibility of providing free food later on in the morning for those children who are unable to attend the breakfast club before school?