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Families missing out on NHS money for healthy food

Families missing out on NHS money for healthy food
BBC Business Sunday 20 September 2026, 06:12 UTC 1 min read
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Figures show as few as 64% of eligible families are claiming NHS money to buy milk, fruit and veg.

Figures show as few as 64% of eligible families are claiming NHS money to buy milk, fruit and veg.
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