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Ferguson calls for cut in school uniform costs

written by cassoscoop November 17, 2021
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Sinn Fein Foyle MLA Ciara Ferguson

SINN Féin has brought forward a motion to the Stormont Assembly calling for the costs of school uniforms to be cut and capped.

Speaking on the issue, Foyle MLA Ciara Ferguson said: “Sinn Féin has brought forward a motion to the Assembly proposing action to cut and cap the cost of school uniforms.

“We are calling on the Education Minister to urgently establish an Independent Ministerial Advisory Group to introduce regulations to cap uniform costs and provide statutory guidance to schools.

“A recent poll of parents showed that 94% were concerned about the rising costs of uniforms and PE gear, while 32% said they get into debt to cover the costs.

“Uniforms and PE gear are costing parents hundreds of pounds per-child every year, this is unacceptable and must be addressed.

“With the cost of living rising, urgent action is needed to support families and I am calling on the Education Minister to legislate to ease the burden of school uniform costs.

“Sinn Féin will continue to work to ensure school uniforms are affordable for all families.”

Ferguson calls for cut in school uniform costs was last modified: November 17th, 2021 by cassoscoop

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