What is the Welsh Government's policy on compulsory school blazers for pupils?
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Education
| Answered on 25/09/2024
As set out in statutory guidance, the Welsh Government encourages all governing bodies to have a school uniform, and to develop a uniform policy after consultation with parents, pupils and relevant local or faith communities. Properly developed and appropriately implemented, a school uniform can provide a sense of identity, community and cohesion within the school and support positive behaviour and school discipline.
In May 2023, following a public consultation the Welsh Government revised the statutory guidance. The guidance can be found here.