School forced to stop serving cooked meals after mice found in kitchen

The Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen school in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, has suspended the serving of hot meals after mice were found in the kitchen - pupils will now receive packed lunches

Mice have been seen in the kitchen of a secondary school, leading to the suspension of hot meals. The unwelcome visitors were spotted at Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, prompting the headteacher, Clive Thomas, to inform parents through a letter.

Students will receive packed lunches until the issue is sorted out. In his letter, Mr Thomas explained: "Unfortunately, we have discovered the presence of mice (in the school kitchen) which obviously poses a concern for the health and safety of our pupils and staff."

He continued, "We want to assure you that we are taking this matter very seriously. The school is working closely with the local authority to resolve the issue. In the meantime, to ensure that all pupils have access to healthy meals, we will provide packed lunches until the situation is fully addressed."

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He also expressed gratitude for the understanding and cooperation of parents, saying, "We appreciate your understanding and support as we deal with this situation. Thank you for your cooperation."

Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen has 875 students aged 11-18 years.