Petition · past parliament · Department for Education

More funding for cookery lessons in primary schools to help fight obesity

Closed 544 signatures

What the petition asks

We want there to be more funding for primary school children to learn cooking skills. 1 in 3 leave primary school either overweight or obese. Parents are struggling with the cost of living. Many children eat highly processed foods which have been associated with negative health impacts.
The health and wellbeing of pupils is a priority. We think it is critical that our children learn about creating healthy inexpensive meals, through practical lessons in school. The government has said it is taking strong action to encourage healthier food choices. However, we feel efforts need to go further to help avoid increasing the risk of pupils developing type 2 diabetes or mental health issues.

Timeline

6 Feb 2024 Petition opened for signatures
29 May 2024 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 544
Status Closed
Department Department for Education
Opened 6 Feb 2024
Closed 29 May 2024

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.