Tom Beattie, the Labour leader of Corby Borough Council, told TLE that local leaders had made the decision to fund Free School Meals in the area “prior to any announcement from the government”.
Several Tory-run councils are providing food parcels for families, tweeting "no child should go hungry".
Allies of the PM say work is under way on providing additional support for eligible pupils outside term time.
"Ever been more proud of being British?!", Marcus Rashford tweeted.
Sir Bernard Jenkin said the government will probably have to think again on it, particularly if there's going to be more votes in the House of Commons.
Approval of the Government’s handling of the pandemic has fallen to its lowest level yet.
"If you change your policy now, we can ensure that no child goes to bed hungry on Christmas Day."
Here's a little reminder of what a "fantastic year" the UK is having.
“Up until now, I haven’t minded subsidising our lower-income neighbours, even though they’ve never exhibited the slightest flicker of gratitude," he said.