Supermarkets have held numerous advertising campaigns over the summer for their cheap school uniforms. However, the LGA is concerned that many schools still only have uniforms available from specialist suppliers.
A recent survey found 17 per cent of parents could only buy uniforms or PE kits from a single supplier or from the school itself.
Margaret Eaton, chairman of the LGA, said: "Parents should be aware they have the power to influence schools over their uniform. Mums and dads everywhere should feel able to ask questions of their school governors and speak up if they think the uniform is too expensive or too hard to get hold of."
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