School uniform cost 'extortionate' say parents
Summary
Parents in Hull, England find school uniform costs too high, with some needing to save for months. A charity's poll shows many parents struggle to pay for required uniforms. The government plans to change laws to reduce the number of branded items schools can demand.Key Facts
- Parents in Hull describe school uniform costs as "extortionate."
- A poll by The Children's Society shows about 38% of parents in certain areas of England struggle to afford uniforms.
- The Department for Education in England plans to change laws to limit mandatory branded school items.
- The average uniform cost is over £340 for primary students and around £454 for secondary students.
- Some parents have to budget months in advance to afford uniforms.
- Michael Morris runs a swap shop that helps recycle used uniforms to save money and reduce waste.
- Local councils offer grants to help parents with uniform costs.
- Proposed government changes aim to ease financial pressure on families by altering uniform policies.
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