School milk funding for children to continue in UK irrespective of Brexit deal

“As stated in the School Food Standards, dairy products, such as milk, are a rich source of energy, protein, calcium, vitamin A and riboflavin.”

Dr Jones welcomed the commitment, agreeing milk was a ‘superfood packed with all the essential nutrients for growing children’.

Research by Northumbria University showed milk could have a positive effect on preventing childhood obesity, and that it was likely to support children’s cognition, particularly when served as a mid-morning snack.

Mr Williamson’s announcement follows a UK commitment to leave the EU School Milk Scheme, which subsidises school milk, when it leaves the EU.