Primary schools are being encouraged to register for an EU-funded scheme that promotes healthy eating. Among its benefits, pupils would receive fruit, vegetables and milk, as well as education programmes on nutrition. "In the past, there have been complications with the scheme, so it's been made easier," said Mr Hayes. "A lot of schools aren't aware that EU funding for this scheme is in place. "Whether it's milk, vegetables, fruit, there's now a significant element of EU funding there to help schools meet the additional cost that's required."

Source: Irish Examiner September 08, 2018 21:45 UTC