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Parents save on school uniforms at city swap shop

Parents save on school uniforms at city swap shop

Summary

Parents in Peterborough gathered at a pop-up shop to get free second-hand school uniforms to help with costs for the new school term. The event gave families a chance to donate or take clothes, reducing waste and making school uniforms more affordable.

Key Facts

  • Over 600 people attended the free school uniform pop-up in Peterborough.
  • Parents could donate or take items like coats, blazers, and prom dresses.
  • The event helped families save money on school clothes.
  • Organizers want to make this a regular, year-round event.
  • Reusing clothes helps reduce textile waste and benefits the environment.
  • A local artist is working to create a permanent uniform hub for the city.
  • Peterborough City Council is exploring options for a permanent space for uniform swaps.
  • Donations of old school uniforms are being collected to support the initiative.
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