Aberdeen Council to wipe over £400,000 of school meal debt
The Council will wipe out the debt totalling £411,977.90 as part of its commitment to help tackle child poverty.
Aberdeen City Council along with the other 31 local authorities in Scotland were able to apply to the emergency one-off fund for debt built-up from a £1.5 million fund set up by the Scottish Government.
Councillor Martin Greig, convener of the education and children’s services committee, said: “This announcement is very welcome news. There are many reasons for falling behind with school meal payments. Financial difficulties can affect many families.
“I would encourage any parent or carer who is struggling financially to visit the Council website for information about school meals. There is information on entitlement to free school meals and other useful details. School meals are important for young people. We have to offer as much help and support as possible.”