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This is gas! Twitter reacts hilariously to the new Garda uniforms

New garda uniforms were unveiled on Monday for just the third time in 100 years and it's fair to say they've received a mixed reaction. While some point out the new lighter uniform is more practical and in line with other forces across Europe and ...

08 Feb 2022 at 17:33

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Derry school uniform scheme sees large influx in demand as many struggle to afford expense

A school uniform scheme based in Creggan that was introduced to help parents struggling with the high cost of uniforms is expecting increased demand by the return of the school year. Focus Project, based in Rath Mor, offers a wide variety of ...

02 Aug 2022 at 19:33

Northern Ireland

Stormont urged to ‘step up’ to help parents struggling with school uniform costs

Stormont has been urged to “step up” to help parents who are struggling to pay for school uniforms. The calls have come from the Northern Ireland Children’s Commissioner as well as those behind community efforts to support parents. ...

09 Aug 2022 at 18:45

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Families faced with soaring back-to-school costs

A Derry City and Strabane District councillor has said an Executive is required to support families and begin to deal with soaring back-to-school costs. Cllr Aisling Hutton (Sinn Féin) made her comments following the publication ...

07 Jul 2023 at 10:33

School uniforms still not affordable for many parents, says charity

Parents are still having to spend “exorbitant amounts” on school uniforms despite changes introduced last year aimed at keeping costs down, a charity has said. Parents and carers of secondary school children are paying on ...

27 Jun 2023 at 00:01

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Gardaí get to wear their smart new-look uniforms from today

Donegal gardaí will be getting a new look from today - as they go out and about in a new uniform. The new uniform has been designed after considerable consultation with gardaí about what they would like to see. Indeed, ...

15 Aug 2022 at 08:33

West Donegal

Honorary Garda Cian Mulligan from Dungloe presented with his Garda uniform

Honorary Garda Cian Mulligan from Dungloe was presented with his Garda uniform by Pat the Cope Gallagher on a busy week in the Rosses. Cian's family were joined by Gavin Boyle - one of the Mary From Dungloe Festival ...

01 Aug 2024 at 07:33

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Gardaí get to wear their smart new-look uniforms from today

15 Aug 2022 at 15:33

Scotland

Banning designer labels among ideas considered for new school uniform guidance

Consultation responses on new school uniform guidance call for cost-reducing measures including a ban on designer labels. The Scottish Government has launched a working group to consider the 2,751 responses it ...

30 Jun 2023 at 12:15

Which? research reveals retailers selling cheapest school uniforms

Sainsbury’s is the cheapest place to buy school uniforms while Next is the most expensive at more than double the price, according to research. Consumer group Which? analysed the costs of a selection of ...

17 Aug 2023 at 00:01

East Donegal

School Uniform Swap Shop opens at St Mary's Hall in Castlefin

The School Uniform Swap Shop has returned to St Mary's Hall in Castlefin. The shop is open from 12 noon to 2pm today, Saturday, and Sunday with donations being accepted in the St Vincent de Paul Thrift ...

06 Jul 2024 at 12:33

Features

Editorial View: School uniforms costs should not be such a burden

Initiatives such as free school books are without doubt a big help, but there are still many costs associated with going back to school, and it can be a very difficult time financially for families. ...

15 Aug 2024 at 15:33

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