School meals to continue for thousands of children through mid-term break

Minister for Social Protection Heather Humphreys says she will continue to 'support vigorously' the school meals programme. File Picture: Julien Behal Photography/PA

Funding that allows schools to provide food parcels to thousands of students will continue through the upcoming mid-term break so that schools can continue to operate the service.

The Department of Social Protection has confirmed funding for the School Meals Programme will continue throughout the mid-term break, from February 15 to 19.