Labour announces policy for cheaper school uniforms
Labour has unveiled an election policy to lower back-to-school costs by restricting the number of mandatory branded uniform items. The policy encourages the use of generic, affordable retailers and includes measures to track uniform affordability.
Why it matters
It reflects a focus on household financial relief during an election cycle, specifically targeting the financial burden of school-related expenses.
<p>Labour has announced a new election policy aimed at cutting back-to-school costs by limiting the number of branded uniform items families must buy, and offering more places to buy them.</p> <p>If elected, Labour's policy would require schools to limit the number of compulsory branded uniform items that families needed to purchase. </p> <p><b></b><a href="https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/10/11/election-live/" target="_blank"><b>Follow the campaign trail at our live updates.</b></a></p> <p>“Schools can maintain their identity without forcing parents to pay a premium for a logo. If a plain navy polo does the job, parents shouldn’t have to pay more for the branded version,” Labour education spokesperson Ginny Andersen said.</p> <p>"I’ve heard from families who get through Christmas only to face another big bill when school starts.
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