Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Michael Gove said during a press conference on Saturday that “vouchers will be available over the Easter holidays to support household incomes”.
The former Education Secretary added that more support for “the country’s most vulnerable” would be announced this week.
Families of children eligible for benefits-related free school meals will continue to receive food provided by their child’s school or a voucher worth £15 per week to spend at various supermarkets including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Asda.
Last week, the Department for Education advised schools to remain open over the annual Easter holiday for the children of key workers and vulnerable children.
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