Parents may be able to keep money in the bank with the free £150 School Uniform Grant if they follow these steps
The Education Act 1980 allows parents on low incomes to manage their budgets and get £150 off their child’s expenses.
So if you’re on low income and claim the benefits as mentioned below, you will be able to apply for this grant from this Sunday.
Eligibility is for parents earning less than £16,190 a year. You can enter your postcode here to see how much £££ you may be able to save.
To claim the grant, you should be receiving the following benefits:
- Income support
- Job Seeker’s allowance
- Universal Credit
- State pension
- Employment Support allowance
- Child tax credit
Unfortunately not in the North East again.