‘Boost Healthy Start Scheme uptake,’ food charities urge

The government has published data showing that nationwide uptake of its Healthy Start Scheme is currently at 64 per cent, falling short of the NHS target of 75 per cent set for March 2023, reports The Food Foundation.

Launched in 2006, the Healthy Start scheme was brought in to improve access to a healthy diet for low-income families.

Eligible families receive £4.25 per

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