The Mirror's powerful campaigning in 2025 secured major victories, from extending free school meals to banning energy drinks for under-16s. Discover the 10 changes we helped deliver.
The Mirror's campaigning secured major wins in 2025, from expanding free school meals to banning energy drinks for under-16s. Discover the 10 changes driven by our journalism.
UK teachers share the most shocking pupils' packed lunches, including energy drinks and leftover takeaways. Discover the healthy alternatives recommended by the NHS.
A parent's outrage erupts after a photo reveals a paltry school lunch at Scarborough UTC. The 'disgraceful' ham wrap sparks over 100 comments from furious families. Share your school dinner experiences.
Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas shares a rare insight into her childhood on a council estate and advocates for free school meals in a candid podcast with Si King. Read her powerful message.
Aldi is bringing back its budget-friendly school uniform bundle for just £3.50 from January 4th. The offer includes polo shirts and trousers, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Shop now before stocks run out!
Keir Starmer launches Labour's 'moral mission' to tackle child poverty with a four-point strategy, including scrapping the two-child benefit limit. Discover what it means for families.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer sets out a £3bn strategy to tackle the 'shocking' child poverty crisis, aiming to improve life chances and ease pressure on public services. Read the full plan.
PM Keir Starmer launches Labour's moral mission to tackle child poverty, scrapping the two-child limit and expanding free school meals. Read his exclusive column.
Hunter Hall, a picturesque prep school in Cumbria, will close before Christmas unless it raises £180,000 in emergency funding, blaming Labour's VAT on school fees for a pupil exodus.
Sir Keir Starmer was playfully reprimanded by a teacher after encouraging pupils in a viral '6-7' trend during a Peterborough school visit focusing on free school meals.
The government has approved Heathrow's £49bn expansion, including a third runway. The project promises 100,000+ jobs but faces fierce environmental opposition. Read the full details.
New government-funded free breakfast clubs aim to tackle child poverty, saving families up to £450 a year and 95 hours in childcare. Learn how the initiative supports communities.
Government expands free breakfast clubs to 500 schools in deprived areas, saving families up to £450 annually while tackling child hunger. Applications open now.
Highland Council is tackling £850,000 in annual school meal waste. An action plan follows a survey where 41% of pupils rarely finish their food. Discover the changes planned.
Metro mayors across England unite in groundbreaking scheme providing supermarket vouchers to vulnerable families during school holidays, addressing the growing cost-of-living crisis.
A secondary school in Bicester was placed on immediate lockdown when a student showed staff a deeply concerning image on their mobile phone, prompting a massive emergency service deployment.
Discover how to create this stunning lemon and herb salmon traybake that delivers restaurant-quality flavours with minimal washing up. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Food critic Tom Parker Bowles puts luxury supermarket ready meals to the ultimate taste test. Discover which premium dinners deliver Michelin-star flavour and which fall flat in our exclusive investigation.
Shadow Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces revolutionary free breakfast scheme for every primary school in England, aiming to boost learning and tackle food poverty.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver reveals league considering expansion to Portland and potentially Seattle, while dismissing immediate moves for established franchises.
Discover how to create a delicious, budget-friendly soup that's perfect for batch cooking and freezing. This easy recipe uses simple ingredients to make a comforting meal that will become your new winter staple.
A mother's viral revelation about what she found in her child's school lunch has sparked nationwide concern about children's nutrition and school meal standards.
Malek Fahd Islamic School in Sydney's Greenacre was thrust into chaos as students and staff were evacuated following a chilling bomb threat, now confirmed as a malicious hoax by NSW Police.
Ministers have quietly abandoned plans to extend free school meals to all primary school children in England, sparking outrage from anti-poverty campaigners and education leaders.
Exclusive: Labour's ambitious scheme to extend free school meals to all primary school children and expand nursery provision could benefit nearly a million additional youngsters across England.
An in-depth taste test of Charlie Bigham's latest ready meal creations, from succulent chicken dishes to vibrant vegetarian options. Discover which meals are worth your money in our honest review.
The French city of Lyon is offering three-course gourmet meals for just €1.20 (£1) to students through its 'Repas à 1€' scheme, fighting food poverty while celebrating culinary excellence.
Essential guide to free school meal eligibility across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - including universal provision and income thresholds.
New research reveals nearly one million children could lose access to free school meals as temporary pandemic funding expires, creating a devastating hunger gap across Britain.