'Hero' Marcus Rashford hailed as government announces free school meals U-turn
hereAfter learning of the Government's change of heart, Rashford said he was “so proud” of those who had supported his campaign.The 23-year-old said he was “overwhelmed by the outpouring of empathy and understanding”, and promised “fight for the rest of my life” to end child hunger in the UK.This morning, he tweeted: "Kindness is power. Have a great Sunday everyone."Commentors on the M.E.N's Facebook page told of their pride at Rashford's campaign.Susan Barnett said: "Again you stood up to the government and they caved.