๐จ April issue of Public Sector Catering is here!
๐ด Communal dining benefits
๐# PSCAwards 2026 sneak peek
๐ Market trends for local authorities
๐ฑ Care sector sustainability tips
โ ๏ธ School allergy pens must be stocked
Full issue ๐ https://t.co/7RJKZO8793
A school kitchen team had the โsurprise of a lifetimeโ when TV culinary icon Dame Prue Leith joined their shift to help cook lunch for schoolchildren at Stanwell Fields CE Primary in Staines.
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Compass Group UK & Ireland has been recognised as one of the UKโs leading employers for young people after winning the Youth Employment UK Employment Excellence Award.
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The Government has announced it will ban the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to under-16s in England from April 2027.
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๐ข Public Sector Catering โ June issue out now!
๐ง Mental health: supporting teams in catering
๐ข ASSIST FM: focus on the future at conference
๐ฝ๏ธ School food: suppliers on new standards
๐ฉโ๐ณ Care careers: NACC staff development pathways
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ASSIST FM unveils programme for upcoming conference in Scotland - taking place 14โ15 May at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow, this yearโs theme is โShaping Tomorrow Togetherโ
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The School Food Standards consultation from the DfE aims to improve nutrition, reduce sugar, increase fibre, and ensure inclusive, practical standards for all schools.
Open until 12 June 2026
๐ https://t.co/QwjN3nLBtL
Pupils, patients and public sector workers across England will benefit from healthier and more sustainably sourced meals, as a selection of councils receive grants to strengthen food procurement in their local communities. https://t.co/MtUgQKx6v4
An incredible career honoured ๐
Congratulations to Andy Kemp MBE for a lifetime of dedication, leadership, and impact in public sector catering.
With thanks to sponsor Unilever Food Solutions #PSCAwards
Excellence in university dining ๐
Congratulations to Chartwells Universities & the University of Sussex @SussexUni for innovation, sustainability, and enhancing the student experience.
With thanks to @TUCOltd#PSCAwards
Recognising dedication in challenging environments ๐
Congratulations to Roland Ward of HMPPS for outstanding commitment, innovation, and impact in prison catering.
With thanks to @WinterhalterUK#PSCAwards
Improving patient experience every day ๐
Congratulations to the Catering Department at Stepping Hill Hospital for excellence in hospital foodservice and patient-focused innovation.
With thanks to sponsor Hobart Service
#PSCAwards
Education Catering Award: Scott Graham, EA Catering ๐
With a career from fine dining to large-scale public sector catering, Scott leads one of the UKโs largest school food operations, serving around 160,000 meals daily with excellence.
Thanks to @PremierFoods_FS#PSCAwards
Leading the way in contract catering ๐
Congratulations to ESS, recognised for outstanding performance, innovation, and impact across the public sector.
With thanks to @BunzlLockhart#PSCAwards@compassgroupuk
Huge congratulations to the Hospitality Team at @CountryCourtUK ๐
Winners of the Care Catering Award for transforming resident dining and raising standards in nutrition, hydration, and wellbeing. ๐
Thanks to sponsor @lakelandFS#PSCAwards
Armed Forces Caterer Award: SSgt Daniel Butler, Army ๐
Through precision, culinary skill, and consistent excellence, SSgt Butler has elevated food quality across camp, ceremonial, and field settings - proving himself one of the Armyโs most versatile chefs.
#PSCAwards