Edson Lopes Junior

Today @SadiqKhan has pledged to continue offering free school meals to primary school children, which is in my opinion a great use of London taxpayer's money. This is HUGE and part of what I’ve been working on for the past 20 years. Food in schools is as essential as exercise books - you can’t learn without it. These are the facts: 1. Kids do better at school and get better grades 2. Attendance increases 3. They’re more ready to learn, with more capacity to concentrate 4. Everyone is equal at the lunch table 5. It supports children to be healthier 6. Fed children are happier 7. They’re more likely to go on and get better jobs and so fuel the economy 8. More kids at the lunch table means more money goes into the system, so better quality meals and equipment can be offered, and that means a happier catering workforce 9. Families are better supported financially 10. It’s just the right thing to do! Nothing is free. This is about focussing on how money is spent. I believe we should prioritise our children's well-being. Mr Khan’s decisive action should serve as a wake-up call to other decision-makers, politicians and mayors across the country. Some come on guys, what are you going to do about it? #FreeSchoolMeals