Hundreds of Hull families to get school uniform money

Greater than 1,000 college students will get additional assist with faculty uniform prices, Hull Metropolis Council has stated.Subsequent month, Yr 7 pupils in Hull who obtain free faculty meals shall be given a £50 uniform voucher – £10 greater than in earlier years.The cash, from the federal government’s Family Help Fund, shall be distributed to households earlier than the October half time period.Council chief Mike Ross stated: “We’re completely conscious that we’re nonetheless in a price of residing disaster, so we hope these elevated grants may help make a distinction.”Ross added: “We all know that £50 will not cowl each merchandise of uniform, which is why we have known as on the federal government to supply further assist to native authorities like Hull to have the ability to present extra assist for youngsters from low-income households.”Having been requested to have a look at the extent of funding for varsity uniforms by full council, I do know it was the best transfer to extend the quantity out there for these in want.”