The issue is down to a so-called "pink tax"Parents paying up to £30 more for girls' school uniform due to 'pink tax'Parents are paying up to £30 more for girls’ school uniform compared to boys’ thanks to a so-called “pink tax” on clothing, according to new research. Figures show girls’ school uniform can be 12% more expensive on average at major retailers including Tesco and Asda. Researchers studied the prices of items for gender-targeted school uniform at Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury’s, and Marks and Spencer. Tell us your thoughts: mirror.money.saving@mirror.co.ukImage: John Cooper) John Cooper)Its comparison was broken down into uniform for primary school children aged three to 11, and older secondary school kids aged 11 to 16. The Schoolwear Association estimates parents and guardians pay £101.19 for school uniform for each of their children in secondary school.

Source: Daily Mirror September 09, 2021 14:24 UTC