Written question WQ93999
- Asked by
- Andrew RT DaviesConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Education
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 9 days
Question
What is the Welsh Government's policy on compulsory school blazers for pupils?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Education
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.