School Uniforms

Part of 1. Questions to the Minister for Education – in the Senedd at 1:55 pm on 25 September 2019.

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Photo of Leanne Wood Leanne Wood Plaid Cymru 1:55, 25 September 2019

I welcome the publication of the statutory guidance that came into force at the beginning of the month, and it makes the school uniform more affordable, accessible and gender-neutral. While there's more flexibility within the system, those in receipt of grants can be compelled to just go to one supplier; that is the case with one school within my constituency in the Rhondda. I also know that some schools do not give permission for the logo to be embroidered onto generic garments, which is often the more economic option, and something that is particularly important for families on low incomes. So, does your statutory guidance need re-examining to allow more flexibility for parents, whether they're in receipt of a grant or not?