Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Nina Lloyd

Deep-fried food to be banned on school menus and sugary treats cut down

School meals will be improved to tackle obesity and tooth decay (Ben Birchall/PA) - (PA Archive)

Deep-fried food will be banned from school menus and sugary treats limited as part of a sweeping standards overhaul aimed at tackling childhood obesity and tooth decay.

Desserts like ice cream and waffles and baked goods such as puddings and cakes will be served only once a week and need to contain at least 50% fruit under new rules proposed by the Government.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.