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15 Apr 2026

Holiday Hunger Bill progressing to next stage welcomed by Foyle MLA

Bill 'represents an important step in supporting 90,000 disadvantaged children and families in our communities' - Ciara Ferguson

Bill 'represents an important step in supporting 90,000 disadvantaged children and families in our communities' - Ciara Ferguson

Bill 'represents an important step in supporting 90,000 disadvantaged children and families in our communities' - Ciara Ferguson.

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15 Apr 2026 11:33 AM

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Foyle MLA Ciara Ferguson (Sinn Féin) has welcomed the passing of the second stage of the Holiday Hunger Bill in the Assembly.
The Bill was introduced by party colleague Danny Baker MLA (Belfast). It has now moved to committee stage and will support 90,000 children during school holidays

Ms Ferguson said: "While this measure alone will not end child poverty particularly during the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, it represents an important step in supporting 90,000 disadvantaged children and families in our communities.

“It is disappointing that the Education Minister could not support a bill that would help thousands of children who rely on free school meals during the holidays," she added.

“Sinn Féin is committed to working with all parties in the Assembly to progress this legislation and ensure that support reaches those children who need it most.”

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