More than 25,000 free meals have been enjoyed by young people this summer in Salford.
It has all been provided as part of the summer Holiday Activities Food (HAF) Programme.
This sees children aged from four to 16-year-olds in Salford and eligible for free school meals are taking party in a summer of fun.
The council has joined together with schools and organisations to provide an action-packed summer from 25 July to 18 August.
The activities include baking and cooking, arts and crafts, sports, music and more. All sessions include lunch and are delivered by amazing local Salford organisations and community groups.
Councillor Sharmina August, Lead Member for Inclusive Economy, Anti-Poverty and Equalities at Salford City Council recently visited Salford Red Devils Foundation camp at Eccles college and said: “It’s amazing to see people come in free of charge, have a healthy meal, as well as do a really healthy activity.
“It’s so important, we know so many children who have free school meals across the city, it’s their only nutritious they have across the day. We want to make sure across the holidays nobody loses out on that.
“Over the summer holidays we’re providing over 25,000 nutritious meals to children, to make sure they don’t lose out. It is fantastic to see first-hand and I’m so proud of all the people and agencies involved. They are a credit to this city.
“In addition to the many fun activities taking place as part of the programme HAF programme our Citywide Services and Operational Teams will prepare and deliver over 25,000 meals to over 60 sites across the city to ensure children and young people have a healthy meal.
“It’s also a great opportunity to make friends and try something new.”
