Submitted on Monday 12th May 2025
Rejected on Friday 23rd May 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Petition to Make School Uniforms More Comfortable for Learning
Calling for a review and update of school uniform policies to better support children's comfort, wellbeing, and ability to learn effectively. The current standards—such as mandatory blazers, ties, and rigid clothing—are often uncomfortable, outdated, and expensive.
Current uniform is not suited to the needs of growing children who spend long days learning, playing, and moving around.
We believe that uniforms should reflect a balance between practicality, equality, and comfort. For example, polo tops are more breathable and suitable in warm weather. Uncomfortable, tight, or poorly ventilated uniforms can be a distraction from learning Education should be the focus—not discomfort caused by restrictive dress codes. Focus on what really matters: learning.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.
You are more likely to get action on this issue if you sign and share a single petition.
You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:
Amend the guidance on developing school uniform policy: require practicality
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/717040
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