School uniforms: Consultation starts on NI price cap

A Department of Education spokesperson said it “has engaged with key interest groups and stakeholders”, which has informed proposals outlined in the consultation document.

The consultation, which runs until 27 September, also focuses on introducing statutory guidance on uniforms.

It will look at areas such as affordability, comfort and sustainability.

School uniform policies, it continued, should be regularly reviewed and developed in partnership with pupils and their parents/carers.

Mr Givan said: “At a time of growing pressure on family budgets, the cost of a school uniform should not be a factor that parents or carers need to consider when selecting which school they wish their child to attend.”