Game-Changer: €4.2m scheme launches to feed hungry pre-school children

Game-Changer: €4.2m scheme launches to feed hungry pre-school children

The scheme will tackle child food poverty, reducing the risk of children going hungry or missing meals

Mayo pre-schools included in new lunch scheme - Alan Dillon

The new Bia Blasta programme will ensure daily lunches are provided for pre-school children in disadvantaged areas, said Minister of State, Alan Dillon TD. Minister Dillon said 22 early years services in Mayo will benefit from this scheme. “I’m delighted to see funding announced under the Bia Blasta programme. This funding will deliver crucial supports to children attending early learning and care, and school age childcare in disadvantaged areas…