Public Sector Catering

Media, events and data solutions dedicated to foodservice within the public sector.

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🚨 April issue of Public Sector Catering is here!

🍴 Communal dining benefits
🏆# PSCAwards 2026 sneak peek
📊 Market trends for local authorities
🌱 Care sector sustainability tips
⚠️ School allergy pens must be stocked

Full issue 👉 https://t.co/7RJKZO8793

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Welsh Government confirms £15m investment in free school meals for secondary pupils
https://t.co/Oxhs4HYYb3

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📢 Public Sector Catering – June issue out now!

🧠 Mental health: supporting teams in catering
🏢 ASSIST FM: focus on the future at conference
🍽️ School food: suppliers on new standards
👩‍🍳 Care careers: NACC staff development pathways

https://t.co/7RJKZO8793

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ASSIST FM unveils programme for upcoming conference in Scotland - taking place 14–15 May at the Crowne Plaza Glasgow, this year’s theme is “Shaping Tomorrow Together”

Read more>> https://t.co/WpSp2fZZUD

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Chefs in Schools releases toolkit to help education caterers reduce #foodwaste
https://t.co/8ehVI6shoI

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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

👉 https://t.co/QwjN3nLBtL

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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

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An incredible career honoured 👏

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

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Excellence in university dining 🎓

Congratulations to Chartwells Universities & the University of Sussex @SussexUni for innovation, sustainability, and enhancing the student experience.

With thanks to @TUCOltd #PSCAwards

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Recognising dedication in challenging environments 👏
Congratulations to Roland Ward of HMPPS for outstanding commitment, innovation, and impact in prison catering.

With thanks to @WinterhalterUK

#PSCAwards

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Improving patient experience every day 💙

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

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Education Catering Award: Scott Graham, EA Catering 👏

With a career from fine dining to large-scale public sector catering, Scott leads one of the UK’s largest school food operations, serving around 160,000 meals daily with excellence.

Thanks to @PremierFoods_FS

#PSCAwards

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Leading the way in contract catering 👏

Congratulations to ESS, recognised for outstanding performance, innovation, and impact across the public sector.

With thanks to @BunzlLockhart
#PSCAwards @compassgroupuk

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Huge congratulations to the Hospitality Team at @CountryCourtUK 👏

Winners of the Care Catering Award for transforming resident dining and raising standards in nutrition, hydration, and wellbeing. 💙

Thanks to sponsor @lakelandFS
#PSCAwards

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Armed Forces Caterer Award: SSgt Daniel Butler, Army 👏

Through precision, culinary skill, and consistent excellence, SSgt Butler has elevated food quality across camp, ceremonial, and field settings - proving himself one of the Army’s most versatile chefs.

#PSCAwards

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Marketing Award: Juniper Ventures 👏

By creating a primary-specific brand and integrating digital insight through DigiTally, the Juniper Club campaign has driven engagement, performance, and growth beyond expectations.

With thanks to @Radnorhills
#PSCAwards

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The Training & Apprentice Award winner is Daniel Phillpot, @careuk 👏

Daniel takes pride in helping people grow, supporting them to build fulfilling careers and reach their full potential.

With thanks to sponsor @Brakes_Food
#PSCAwards

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Teamwork at its best 👏

Congratulations to NYES Catering at North Yorkshire Council for delivering exceptional results through collaboration and shared success.

With thanks to sponsor Essential Cuisine #PSCAwards

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Sustainability Award - Andrew Cowan, @BuryCouncil 👏

By partnering with local suppliers, Bury schools now serve scratch-cooked, seasonal meals - with composted food waste and reprocessed cooking oil, minimizing environmental impact.

With thanks to sponsor @apetitouk
#PSCAwards

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Congratulations to Valentina de Pascale of Palmer & Howells, through Fuelling Potential, Valentina has driven an evidence-based strategy that transformed service delivery, boosted pupil engagement, wellbeing, and meal uptake.

With thanks to sponsor @ACS_Anya #PSCAwards

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Chef of the Year - Michael King, Chartwells Universities 👏

In the past year, Michael has transformed campus dining, creating a service grounded in dignity, value, and opportunity, supporting students navigating independence for the first time.

Thanks to @UnoxUK
#PSCAwards