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Martin Lewis highlights £200 'big difference' bonus for parents
Money expert Martin Lewis is urging parents to check whether they are eligible for school uniform grants as the countdown to the new academic year begins
The Household Support Fund is another potential source of assistance, with £842 million made available by the government in 2024 to help families with the cost of food, energy and other essential bills. When it comes to affording school uniforms amidst the cost-of-living crunch, parents can breathe a bit easier thanks to council grants up for grabs. To break it down, in England, 34 councils are dishing out dough, with Wandsworth and City of London being super generous at £170, and Sandwell offering a modest £30.
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