School Uniforms Bill

A Bill to require school governing bodies to implement affordability policies when setting school uniform requirements; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 March 2019

In Plain English

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The Bill would require school governing bodies to develop affordability policies when deciding on uniform requirements. It aims to keep uniform costs reasonable for families and to ensure policies supporting affordability are part of how schools set uniforms. It also covers related provisions to support implementation.

Key Points

Governing bodies must implement affordability policies when setting school uniform requirements.
Policies should guide decisions on uniform costs to help families manage expenses.
The Bill is in the early stages of passage and is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.
It may include connected provisions to support policy implementation and monitoring.

Progress

Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons; after this stage it would proceed to committee, report, and third reading, and then to the Lords.

Who is affected?

Pupils and studentsParents and carersSchool governing bodies and school leadersTeachers and other school staffLocal authorities (for maintained schools)Uniform suppliers and retailers

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - School Uniforms

1 Jan 1970

This Bill has been withdrawn.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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