'Too many families forced to pay over the odds for branded uniforms,' watchdog says

Introducing changes such allowing generic uniform items, reducing bespoke pieces, or allowing iron-on or stitch-on crests can go a long way in helping families.

Too many families continue to be forced to pay over the odds for branded or crested school uniforms, the consumer watchdog has warned. 

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has written to schools once again, asking them to use generic uniforms when possible, and to review existing arrangements with suppliers.