School uniform reuse scheme launches in London
The School Uniform Reuse Network aims to help schools and families reduce waste and save money.
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"School uniforms often have a shorter lifespan than they should, despite the resources and cost involved in producing them."
— Rezina Chowdhury , Activist
"By helping schools to make it easier for families to pass uniforms on and buy them second-hand, this new network can reduce waste while also easing the financial pressures many households face."
— Rezina Chowdhury , Activist
"By making reuse more visible and accessible, we can make second-hand uniforms the standard across London - benefiting families, schools and the environment alike."
— Rezina Chowdhury , Activist
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