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New school catering system in the Borders
28 Aug 2009

A pilot scheme is underway at a secondary school in the Borders to try and stop pupils heading out for their lunch and ordering unhealthy meals.

The BBC reports that Earlston High School has created what it describes as the "high street experience" within its grounds, offering more choice and variations on the usual school dinner menu.

Speciality bread, pre-packed sandwiches and a pre-ordering facility have been implemented, with the aim of offering a better choice of food and a way of cutting down queues.

Catriona Bhatia from the Scottish Borders council said: "I'm delighted to see the recommendations from theschool meals task force being put into practice and eagerly await the results of this trial."

Another way of reducing queues is by using smart card technology to pay for items.

UK based eMoney network sQuidcard provides cards for residents of Bolton, Greater Manchester and Dundee in Scotland, which can be used to purchase goods in various outlets in these regions.