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Regional roadshows launched for universal infant free school meals

Another support mechanism has just launched to help schools, caterers, and local authorities prepare to deliver universal infant free school meals from September 2014.

A series of one day roadshows will be held around the country, bringing together keynote speakers and school food suppliers to offer advice and support. Topics covered will include catering tips for utilising existing resources, creating action plans for the workplace, and strategies for overcoming barriers to success. The first roadshow is scheduled for 23rd April.

Find out more and register your place today at www.uifsm-roadshows.co.uk

The regional roadshows are just one part of a wider implementation support service commissioned by the Department for Education. Also available:

• A Universal Infant Free School Meals Toolkit to help you get started
• A helpline and direct implementation support service run by the Children’s Food Trust
• Department for Education advice document

Find out more at www.schoolfoodplan.com/toolkit

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