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<p>Education is a devolved matter, and the response outlines the information for England
only.</p><p>No school uniform should be so expensive that pupils or their families
feel unable to apply to or attend a school of their choice.</p><p>In November 2021,
the Department issued new statutory guidance for England on the cost of school uniforms,
to ensure their cost is reasonable and secures the best value for money for parents.</p><p>The
guidance on the cost of school uniforms can be found here: <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cost-of-school-uniforms/cost-of-school-uniforms"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/cost-of-school-uniforms/cost-of-school-uniforms</a>.</p><p>The
Department recognises that many people are worried about the impact of the increases
in the cost of living with many households struggling to make their income stretch
to cover the basics. It is therefore even more important that schools consider the
cost of their uniform and follow the guidance to ensure best value for money for parents.</p>
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