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What do farmers think of the Hot School Meals Scheme?

The free school meal scheme has been welcome by many, but does it need to pay more attention to c...

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15.31 2 Apr 2025


What do farmers think of the Hot School Meals Scheme?


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The free school meal scheme has been welcome by many, but does it need to pay more attention to certain areas? 

Chef, Author and Founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School Darina Allen was on Newstalk Breakfast this morning, and gave her take on the reaction of those she’s spoken to, saying that children were bringing home “half-eaten” meals.

To get the thoughts of farmers, Kieran is joined by Denis Drennan, President of the Irish Creamery Milk Suppliers Association, to discuss.


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