But many - even those who have called for school closures - have worried what it would mean for children who receive free school meals. Education Secretary Gavin Williamson made commitments that every pupil eligible for a free school meals would be able to access meals going forward. Mr Williamson said the Government will put in place a national voucher system for children eligible for free school meals. Mr Williamson said the Government will put in place a national voucher system for children eligible for free school meals. He said: "We will give schools the flexibility to provide meals or vouchers to children who are eligible for free school meals.

Source: Daily Mirror March 18, 2020 17:42 UTC