school milk

British  

noun

1. social welfare (formerly, in Britain) a third of a pint of milk, originally provided free by the local education authority to all young pupils, then later given only to children who passed a needs or means test

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Example Sentences

The Welsh government said it was working to "review the current arrangements" for the School Milk Scheme, but governing bodies had the discretion to design school dinner menus including soya, rice or oat drinks.

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Cardiff council said schools that opt into the School Milk subsidy scheme offer milk during either mid-morning or afternoon break time, with some choosing to deliver milk alternatives in addition to the subsidised offering.

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In Scotland, pupils aged one to five receive milk alternatives as part of the Scottish School Milk subsidy scheme.

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In Wales, 81,374 pupils up to seven got free school milk in 2024-25, which included whole or semi-skimmed heat-treated milk, whole or semi-skimmed plain yoghurt, UHT milk and lactose free or lactose reduced milk.

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The Welsh government said it was working with "local authorities, schools, and suppliers to review the current arrangements" for delivering the School Milk Scheme.

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