On Wednesday (October 21), MPs voted against continuing the provision of free school meals throughout this half term (Monday October 26 - Friday October 30) and up until Easter 2021.
The result caused huge debate across the country but it has also seen a whole host of organisations come together to cover the shortfall.
Across Peterboorugh, many businesses and charities have offered food to those children that were set to miss out.
Below is a list of those, along with information on how you can either donate or access support.
Any other businesses or organisations that are offering help and would like to be mentioned can email [email protected].
5. Goldstar Diamond Cars
Goldstar are asking people to get in touch if they need a meal. Anyone facing hardship has been urged to call 01733 777888 and ask for Faz. Food will be provided without charge ‘over and above anything and everything else we can do.’ Photo: Midlands
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Family Voice is urging families not to go hungry this half term. The local charity have been delivering food parcels throughout the pandemic and will continue to do so to families throughout this week. To contact Family Voice, call 01733 685510 on Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm, or message them on Facebook or Twitter. Photo: Midlands
7. Linfords, Market Deeping
Linfords are offering free fish and chips, to those who claim free school meals, throughout half term. This will be available during the lunchtime opening hours 11:30am and 2pm. The meals available come with half a portion of chips and peas or baked beans and there is also a choice of nuggets, sausage, fishcake and fillets. Photo: Midlands
8. The Apple Cart, Cardea
The Apple Cart pub has launched a school lunch fund. Anyone who wishes to donate money, food or to receive help can contact them via their Facebook page. Photo: Midlands