Questions at Any Time to Cabinet Portfolio Holders

At this Questions at Any Time session, Councillor Karl Lewis asked what financial help families would get with new school uniforms after the closure of Llandinam CP School. The Cabinet Member for Learning Powys replied that families can contact their new school and apply for the School Essentials Grant. The minute records no decision on the item.

1. School uniform support after Llandinam school closure

   Decided

   The minutes record no decision on this item.

   Why

   Councillor Karl Lewis asked what practical financial help would be given to families who must buy new school uniforms after the closure of Llandinam CP School. Councillor James Gibson-Watt, Cabinet Member for Learning Powys, replied that families have been encouraged to contact their new school about uniforms. He said families can also apply for help through the School Essentials Grant, a grant that helps with school costs.

   Based on the minutes

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   Question from: County Councillor Karl Lewis Subject: School Closure - Financial Support

   Minute

   Response by the Cabinet Member: Thank you for your email and I note your concern about the additional financial burden on families affected by the closure of Llandinam CP School. As with all previous school closures, families have been encouraged to contact their new school to explore options for school uniforms. Families are also able to apply for funding to support purchase of new uniforms through the School Essentials Grant – information can be found on the attached link. School Essentials Grant: help with school costs | GOV.WALES

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