University students vote for plant-based catering

A total of 16 food outlets at the University of Kent will be affected by the vote

Students at the University of Kent have voted in favour of catering facilities switching to plant-based menus.

More than 450 students voted to lobby university-run catering facilities to introduce entirely plant-based food by 2027/28 - a move which could affect 16 outlets.

Kent’s Student Union said it was the highest turnout in the body's history.

Union president Zaid Mahmood said: “This is an extremely important step in combating the climate crisis.”

Chris Chudley, from Plant-Based Universities Kent, said: “Our campaign will maintain its presence and continue to lobby the university, and take non-violent, direct action where necessary, to ensure the student’s vote is honoured."

Mr Mahmood added: “We must tackle the climate crisis together.”

The move follows student votes calling for vegan menus at universities in London, Cambridge, Stirling and Birmingham.