Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 March 2012
94 Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Education and Skills the restrictions that exist in relation to the sale of sugary and fatty drinks and foods in schools here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12025/12]
View answerIn accordance with the provisions of the Education Act 1998, the Board of Management is the body charged with the direct governance of a school.
It is a matter for each school to devise guidelines around the types of food that are available on the school premises and such policies should be driven by the needs and welfare of the pupils.
I am aware that many schools have, in co-operation with their parents' associations, developed healthy eating policies and I would encourage others to do so.
