Sheffield primary school investigates after non-Halal chicken served

Pye Bank C of E Primary School in Sheffield says an investigation is under way

A Sheffield primary school is investigating how non-Halal meat came to be dished up to pupils.

Halal food adheres to Islamic law, as defined in the Quran.

The BBC has seen a letter from Pye Bank Church of England Primary School that said the diced chicken had been withdrawn.

Head Rhea Kurcewicz said staff had met with parents, as well as local imams, to discuss the error. An investigation was under way, she added.

Mrs Kurcewicz said the school, where meat was believed to be halal, was "prioritising being as open as possible" about the error.

She added: "We have always been very proud of the relationships that we have with our parent/carer community and are working relentlessly to rebuild these.

"We have now met with a number of our parent/carers, and also local imams. These meetings have been constructive and we are grateful for the tone in which the discussions have taken place."

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Mrs Kurcewicz said the school had kept parents and carers informed about the investigation.

She added: "We are fully available to support parents, guardians and pupils with personal and individual concerns. Their needs remain our priority, and we continue to be grateful for their understanding and patience."