School uniform rules must go further, charity says
Summary
New school uniform rules in the UK will limit the number of items with school logos that students must wear, aiming to reduce costs for families. However, a charity and some parents say that even this limit still makes uniforms expensive and more help is needed.Key Facts
- From September, schools can only require up to three uniform items with logos, such as blazers, jumpers, or sportswear, plus a tie for secondary schools.
- About 23% of secondary schools will need to change their uniform lists to follow the new rules.
- The government says the changes could save families up to £50 per child on uniforms.
- Some parents say uniforms still cost over £200 per child, mostly due to logoed blazers and jumpers.
- A charity in Coventry runs a school uniform bank to help families afford uniforms.
- Volunteers at the charity say the current limit on logo items might still be too high for many families struggling with inflation.
- The Education Secretary can force schools to follow the new uniform rules.
- Schoolwear suppliers warn that parents might spend more replacing lower-quality generic clothes instead of durable branded ones.
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