The new school food and drink regulations, coming into effect by autumn 2020, aim to make food healthier by reducing the amount of red meat and sugar on the menu and increasing the types of fruit and vegetables on offer to pupils.
It will be the first time the food and drink regulations for primary and secondary schools in Scotland have been updated since 2008/2009.
The move by the Scottish government forms part of its efforts to halve childhood obesity by 2030 and strengthen children and young people’s healthy eating habits.
Changes to the regulations include:
In the current regulations, these drinks are permitted.
The move follows consultation and advice from a working group comprising health, nutrition and education experts.
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