CMA advises schools to reconsider strict uniform rules, addressing cost concerns and potential violations.

UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) advises schools to reconsider strict uniform rules, as they may violate legal boundaries and incur high costs for families. CMA suggests considering exclusivity contracts and excessive branding, and encourages establishing second-hand uniform shops to extend lifespan of existing uniforms. Parents are urged to compare prices and be vigilant for pressure selling.