# Parents launch school uniform swaps to ease family costs

Groups of mothers are organizing school uniform exchange events to help families cope with the rising cost of clothing. The initiatives aim to reduce waste and provide affordable options for parents preparing for the new school year.

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- [BBC Business](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5yrqr8npe9o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:23:44 GMT
- [BBC Business](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2k73jqwz38o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:38:30 GMT