Official government guidance on free childcare and free school meals via GOV.UK

GOV.UK is the central government site that explains free entitlement schemes such as 15–30 hours early years childcare for eligible working parents, and free school meals for eligible pupils. The site sets out who qualifies (income thresholds, work status, or benefit receipt), how to apply through your local council or child’s school, and what documents are required. All UK residents can check eligibility and start applications by searching the relevant guidance pages on the GOV.UK homepage.