# The Children’s Homes Regulations 2001, Regulation 13: Food provided for children


(1) The registered person shall ensure that children accommodated in a children’s home are provided with—
(a) food which—
(i) is served in adequate quantities and at appropriate intervals;
(ii) is properly prepared, wholesome and nutritious;
(iii) is suitable for their needs and meets their reasonable preferences; and
(iv) is sufficiently varied; and
(b) access to fresh drinking water at all times.
(2) The registered person shall ensure that any special dietary need of a child accommodated in the home, which is due to his health, religious persuasion, racial origin or cultural background, is met.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2001/3967/regulation/13 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/childrens-homes-regulations-2001/regulation-13
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