Catering contracts for schools in West Sussex include Halal meals

Rejected 10 signatures

What the petition asks

We call upon West Sussex County Council to ensure that any future catering
contract for schools in the County includes the provision of Halal meals for those that need it.

Vegatarian meals in schools are very bland due to their low sugar, fat and salt content, & Muslim children are opting for lunchboxes, which are extremely high in fat, sugar & salt.
The BAME community (of which the vast majority of Muslim's come from), are at higher risk of health problems such as diabetes & high cholesterol. These all have a link to poor diet and obesity
With this change; a healthier start in life, it will ease pressure on our healthcare now, & in the future.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can only accept petitions about things the Government or Parliament are directly responsible for.

Decisions about catering contracts are a matter for individual schools and local authorities, not the UK Government or Parliament.

You could raise your issue with a local councillor who represents you. You can find out who your local councillors are, and how to contact them, by entering your post code here:
https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councillors

You can also petition West Sussex County Council directly: https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/about-the-council/have-your-say/petitions-to-the-county-council/

Timeline

22 Jun 2022	Petition opened for signatures
30 Jun 2022	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 10

Status Rejected

Rejected 30 Jun 2022

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