These are the new rules schools must follow in order to feed pupils healthy food

Latest: The Minister for Health, the Minister for Education and the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection have launched the new Nutrition Standards for the State’s School Meals Programme.

Update - 11.56am: The Minister for Health, the Minister for Education and the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection have launched the new Nutrition Standards for the State’s School Meals Programme.

Minister for Health Simon Harris said: "Good nutrition for children and ensuring they are given healthy foods is a key priority for me and the Department of Health. This is important for maintaining a healthy weight for children, as well as supporting healthy growth and development."