Clothes Count Too

Raising awareness of - and connecting - Scotland’s network of children's clothing banks, baby banks and school uniform banks.

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

"58% said more pupils did not have the equipment they needed for their lessons and 55% said more of their pupils’ families were unable to afford school uniform."

School uniform banks are playing a crucial support role, but we are stretched. Demand is soaring.

#ClothesCountToo

[NASUWT Scotland @NASUWT_Scotland]

Our members are seeing the devastating effects of the cost of living crisis on pupils, with rising numbers of children and young people coming to school hungry and without the uniform and the equipment they need to learn.
https://t.co/STvsSZfsqg

[TheSchoolBankWL @TheSchoolBankWL]

Help us wrap our arms around our local children this winter! Many children are attending school with inadequate jackets which won’t keep them warm or don't have a jacket meaning they won’t attend school. You can help us change this for a local child.

https://t.co/RnmhVOGkc9

[Edinburgh School Uniform Bank @EdinUniformBank]

Please keep a child warm this winter! Could you buy a new coat, hat, gloves, vests or tights for a local youngster? Find out how https://t.co/LBEJoM013C #CostOfLivingCrisis #Edinburgh #Children #Community

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

Scotland's clothing banks play a vital role in reducing waste, through the re-use of items that might otherwise have gone to landfill. Through re-use, we help to support families and protect our planet. #ClothesCountToo

[Zero Waste Scotland @ZeroWasteScot]

Everyone has a role to play in tackling #ClimateChange.

A #CircularEconomy is part of the solution. Find out more in our short video.

Watch now 📺👇

#LetsDoNetZero
#ScotClimateWeek

[Edinburgh School Uniform Bank @EdinUniformBank]

1/2 We were delighted to join in the conversation about school uniforms at @ScotParl yesterday. It's so important that ALL children feel included and valued, and that uniform policies focus on affordable, accessible clothing for all. #ClothesCountToo

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

Lots of shocking statistics in this report from @OPFS . The fact that 1 in 5 single parents can no longer afford clothes will be of no surprise to Scotland's clothing bank charities. Demand is soaring & clothing poverty is very real. #ClothesCountToo

[Libby Brooks @libby_brooks]

Shocking new report from ⁦@OPFS⁩ on the cost of living crisis facing one parent families in Scotland

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2. Dr Shanks made a number of recommendations based on extensive research of school uniform costs, and highlighted the role of Scotland's school uniform banks in supporting families struggling with the costs.

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1. At today's parliamentary roundtable on school uniform @rshanks highlighted the link between access to school uniform and education. The school uniform grant is welcome, but not enough for all families & there are many just above the threshold for eligibility.

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

Thank you @ElenaWhitham for your comments and support. Today's discussion in the Scottish Parliament is an important milestone in recognising the work of Scotland's clothing bank sector. #ClothesCountToo

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Debi Weir from @morayschoolbank on the importance of today's parliamentary roundtable on school uniform. #ClothesCountToo

[CPAG in Scotland @CPAGScotland]

Planning to respond to the @scotgov consultation on national uniform policy guidance? Our new briefing sets out what children+families say about uniform costs, what schools do to help and how the right guidance can help reduce the #CostoftheSchoolDay

➡️https://t.co/VCoj98k9yE

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

Today, @fultonsnp hosts an important roundtable discussion in the Scottish Parliament on school uniform. A number of school uniform banks will be taking part. We urge all MSPs to attend if you can.

[TheSchoolBankWL @TheSchoolBankWL]

The cost-of-living crisis is affecting many people including our supporters. We are struggling to keep up with increasing prices of items too. If you are having a clear out at home we would appreciate donations of good quality jackets, uniform, PE kit to help us top up our packs.

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

As the #CostOfLivingCrisis takes hold, more and more families are dependent on charities like clothing banks to provide basics for their children - from warm winter coats to underwear and PJs. Demand is high and growing. #ClothesCountToo

[Citizens Advice Scotland @CitAdviceScot]

📺 Nearly half a million people in Scotland have no money left after covering essential expenses each month. 1.2 million have less than £125.

With energy bills and prices in the shops rising,we need to see radical and urgent action to help people through the #CostOfLivingCrisis

[Airdrie Community School Uniform Bank @AIRDRIEUNIFORMS]

Winter Clothing appeal. Drop off: Scotcrest or Tesco in airdrie retail park (cage next to tobacco kiosk)

#HelpUsHelpYou #uniformbank #WinterClothingAppeal

[Cumbernauld & Kilsyth Care @CumbKilsythCare]

This winter we are adding blankets & 'oodie' style tops to our packs of warm winter clothing, to help kids stay a little warmer in this energy crisis. If you can donate, please check out our Facebook page for details: https://t.co/O9PDXl9JKj
Please share.

[Little Village @LittleVillageHQ]

If you’re unable to afford the essentials you need for your family during the #CostOfLivingCrisis your local baby bank may be able to help provide things like nappies, cots, clothing.

There’s a map of UK #babybanks on our website: https://t.co/OTsazP07OB

[Forth 1 News @Forth1News]

🎥 “The people of Edinburgh have been brilliant”

🏫 School is back and a uniform bank is telling us they’re busier than ever.

🗣 Our Senior Reporter @LewisMichie0 visited @EdinUniformBank yesterday to speak to Chair Margaret Civval.

[Clothes Count Too @ClothesCountToo]

Scotland's clothing bank charities face unprecedented demand due to the cost of living crisis. We are playing a vital role in providing essentials like warm winter clothes & shoes. The remarks below from FM @NicolaSturgeon highlight the importance of this work.
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A familiar sight in this clip from the BBC, which highlights the struggles of many families to afford school uniform and the work of clothing bank charities in meeting that need. Our work isn't a nice extra - it's vital to so many children and young people.

[Uniform Exchange @uniformexchang]

Uniform Exchange are on @BBCBreakfast today talking about the importance of #recycling school uniform and helping to reduce the cost of living 😊♻️🧡 we have more requests than ever coming in!