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Children's Food Campaign
@childrensfood.bsky.social
We champion children's rights and parent power to ensure nutritious, affordable and tasty food from birth to adulthood. Part of @sustainweb.org alliance, bringing together children's, health, food & community groups across the UK.
This September, half a million more children have access to the school food table. 🍽️

To celebrate, young people, parents, teachers and school chefs are sharing what this change means to them – take a look at this short film!

#backtoschool #freeschoolmeals #schoolfood
September 1, 2026 at 8:37 AM
These are the voices behind We’re Fed Up!

In conversation with Dr Amos, citizens who helped shape the campaign talk about food costs, unhealthy options, pressure on families, and why the system needs to change.
August 28, 2026 at 12:14 PM
“Make good food accessible, for us and our children.” 👏

Parents are under pressure from every direction. Healthy food should not be another thing that feels out of reach. Our children deserve better.
August 27, 2026 at 9:23 AM
Big food companies have huge influence over what fills our shelves, what gets promoted, and what families can afford.

So why aren’t the healthiest options to easiest to choose?

This week we’re sharing voices from We’re Fed Up!, in conversation with Dr Amos.
August 24, 2026 at 11:56 AM
700 days since the promised ban on energy drinks for children. Still no action.

Since then, children have consumed +280 million energy drinks.

The evidence is clear. The consultation is done. Keep the promise. Protect children’s health.

www.sustainweb.org/news/jun26-e...

@sustainweb.org
700 days on - still no energy drinks ban? | Sustain
700 days after the government promised to ban sales of high-caffeine energy drinks to children, we're still waiting for the government to legislate. Sustain's Children's Food Campaign has joined Jamie...
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June 17, 2026 at 9:11 AM
Parents - could you help shape a healthier future for children’s food? 🍎

Applications for our Parent Ambassador programme are now open! Especially welcoming parents of children in Years 6–11 and voices from diverse backgrounds to join our growing network. 💬✨

www.sustainweb.org/news/may26-n...
May 28, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Parent Ambassador Sofia spoke to @netmums.bsky.social about sweets being used as rewards at school. It sparked a bigger conversation about school food culture & the messages children receive around food.

Read the full story>> www.netmums.com/life/real-li...

#parentvoice #childrenhealth
May 15, 2026 at 10:51 AM
How much salt is your sandwich hiding? 🥪

New research from @actionsaltsugar.bsky.social shows a single sandwich can contain as much salt as nearly 5 McDonald’s Cheeseburgers!

This #SaltAwarenessWeek we're joining the call for better health and for salt back on the agenda 👇

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May 13, 2026 at 9:29 AM
Check out our #FuelforLearning toolkit - a simple practical parent-led guide to help you have conversations about healthy school food.

Check it out: bit.ly/4ucYc8i

@sustainweb.org
May 8, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Parents want better school food but it’s not always clear how to make change.

With children in school for 190 days a year, what’s on their plate really matters.

That’s why we have launched a new parent-led toolkit to help parents take action!

🔗Check it out: bit.ly/4ucYc8i

#FuelforLearning
May 6, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Want a say in what your child eats at school? 🍎

Fuel for Learning is a new parent-led guide to healthier, happier school meals, giving parents the tools to understand the system and take action. #FuelForLearning

Check it out: bit.ly/4ucYc8i
May 5, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Six calls from people across the UK for a food system that works for everyone, not just food companies.

Add your name 👇 recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/

#WeAreFedUp #RecipeForChange
May 1, 2026 at 9:03 AM
School food decisions can feel confusing but parents have more power than they think. 💪

We've worked with our parent ambassadors on a pratical resource to help you start those conversations.

Drop back after the bank holiday to see!

#FuelforLearning

@sustainweb.org
May 1, 2026 at 8:14 AM
Food companies have the power to make healthy, affordable food the easy option.

But many are choosing not to.

Add your name to demand change 👇 recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/ #WeAreFedUp
April 29, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Food companies decide what's on our shelves, how it's priced, and how it's marketed.

Right now many are using that power to grow profits. We're calling on them to use it to improve our health.

Watch and sign 👇 recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/ #WeAreFedUp
April 28, 2026 at 8:52 AM
Millions of children are growing up surrounded by food options that work against them, not for them.

We deserve better. Watch 👇 and add your name to demand change: recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/

#WeAreFedUp #RecipeForChange
April 27, 2026 at 8:56 AM
No family should have to fight the system just to eat well.
Too many people can't find or afford healthy food where they live & many are flooded with adverts & promotions for unhealthy food.

Add your name to demand change 👇 recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/

#WeAreFedUp
April 24, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Big food companies are making billions promoting less healthy products as the cheapest, easiest option.

We're demanding healthier food on our shelves, now.

Watch 👇 then sign the Charter: www.recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/ #WeAreFedUp
April 23, 2026 at 10:04 AM
We're fed up - and we're doing something about it.

Today we launch a citizen-led call for change, and we need your voice to help us build a food system that puts our health before corporate profits.

Add your name 👇www.recipeforchange.org.uk/we-are-fed-up/    #WeAreFedUp
April 22, 2026 at 6:20 AM
School food standards consultation launched today!

We urge Govt & schools to be bold & ambitious in setting new standards so schools become beacons of a healthier, more sustainable food system & every child can grow up healthy, wherever they live & learn.

www.sustainweb.org/news/apr26-s...
New school food standards aim to boost healthier appetites | Sustain
The government has launched a nine week consultation on proposed new School Food Standards for England, aiming to reduce sugar, fried foods and processed meat and boost pupil intakes fibre, fresh frui...
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April 13, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Everywhere we look.
Next to the potatoes & carrots.
By the porridge.
Alongside the real eggs.

We know it's #Easter. But do chocolate eggs have to be in every aisle & everywhere we look? Still too many loopholes in #HFSS promotion #restrictions @sustainweb.org @oha-updates.bsky.social
April 2, 2026 at 11:34 AM
Ministers have unveiled plans to halve the attainment gap in England’s schools, alongside major reforms to funding, attendance and SEND support. However, questions remain on delivery and funding.

Find out more>>> www.theguardian.com/education/20...
Ministers to set out plans to halve attainment gap in England’s schools
White paper proposes changing criteria under which schools get funding to support the most disadvantaged students
www.theguardian.com
February 24, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Our schools knead better bread!

It's #RealBreadWeek and this is the message from @realbreadcampaign.bsky.social to schools & health ministers currently overseeing the review of #SchoolFoodStandards. Check it out here >> www.sustainweb.org/news/feb26-r...

Does your school bake or offer #RealBread?
Children knead better bread at school! | Sustain
Real Bread Campaign calls for improved food standards
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February 24, 2026 at 11:56 AM
A major new report from The School of Artisan Food’s Best Food Forward programme highlights overwhelming public support for food education in England’s schools, while exposing significant gaps and inequalities of access.

For more information >>> www.sustainweb.org/news/feb26-h...
New report warns of widening inequalities in food education | Sustain
A major new report from The School of Artisan Food’s Best Food Forward programme highlights overwhelming public support for food education in England’s schools, while exposing significant gaps and ine...
www.sustainweb.org
February 23, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Do you know or work with any parents or carers who want to help improve food in early years settings?

Sustain and the #EarlyYearsFoodCoalition are recruiting for a new Parent Advisory Group - deadline 31st January.

For more details and how to apply, head to www.sustainweb.org/blogs/jan26-...
January 21, 2026 at 2:28 PM