The Schoolwear Show confirms dates for 2021
Following an announcement in June that The Schoolwear Show was postponing its October 2020 edition, the event has now confirmed dates for 2021. The Schoolwear Show Board, which organises the annual
Following an announcement in June that The Schoolwear Show was postponing its October 2020 edition, the event has now confirmed dates for 2021. The Schoolwear Show Board, which organises the annual
Organisers of Printwear & Promotion LIVE!, the annual trade exhibition for the UK garment decoration industry, are postponing the 2021 event from the scheduled dates of 21-23 February until later
William Turner, manufacturer and supplier of school ties and accessories, has introduced a selection of new plain colours to its face coverings range, which are ideal for wear in schools.
Employee-owned schoolwear manufacturer Rowlinson Knitwear (Rowlinson) has achieved B Corporation (B Corp) certification. To attain this, Rowlinson met the highest verified social and environmental standards representing its commitment to goals beyond
A national trade body is warning that a proposed Parliamentary Bill could result in several ‘unintended consequences’ if not implemented correctly, as the committee is announced to scrutinise the legislation. A
Schoolwear retailer Rohit Kumar Vij of Abbey Street Shopping Centre (Tru Schoolwear of Accrington) reflects on this year’s Back to School. Laura Turner: How has this year's Back to School been
In support of its popular iGen school sports and PE kit collection, Chadwick Teamwear is now introducing three new styles of quality, colour coordinated socks. Each sock boasts an elasticated ribbed
Global barefoot footwear company Vivobarefoot has been awarded B Corp certification but declares this is only the start of its journey to become a wholly regenerative business. The London-based brand, which
Trotters has partnered with its landlord, Cadogan, to open a Back to School Pop-Up Store at 11 Kings Road, SW3 4RP; just a stone’s throw away from its existing flagship
Get ahead of the game and discover what’s new for Back to School 2021. [caption id="attachment_29535" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Chadwick Textiles[/caption] CHADWICK TEXTILES With over 50 years of experience in performance fabrics, Chadwick’s School
Hundreds of thousands of pupils across England will reunite with teachers and friends as schools and colleges start to open from today (Tuesday 1 September). Following months of work to implement
On 21 August, the World Health Organisation (WHO) issued a new statement regarding when children should wear face coverings. It now advises; “children aged 12 and over should wear a mask
Wood Street Mission, a children’s charity that helps families living on a low income in Manchester and Salford, is hosting a Back-2-School Quiz to help raise funds for its SmartStart
The government has introduced a #backtoschoolsafely campaign to help reassure parents and children that schools are ready for their return in September. Schools have received Public Health England endorsed guidance
The Schoolwear Association (SA), which this year is focusing on giving schoolwear suppliers and retailers a voice in Parliament and providing support during Covid-19, is keen for new members to
David Luke has announced a move to convert its website to allow consumer sales of core generic items. The change is part of a drive to widen the brand experience.
As children around the country get ready to start the new school year, Clarks, the 195-year-old British shoe brand, is offering parents and carers a helping hand with its new Back
Rowlinson Knitwear (Rowlinson) is donating over 200,000 free disposable face masks to its customers across the UK, helping to keep independent schoolwear retailers safe during the coronavirus pandemic. The employee-owned business
Different coloured ties are a cost-effective and efficient way of distinguishing house colours. However, they can also play an important role in visually distinguishing ‘pupil bubbles’ when children return to
In our series of interviews with independent schoolwear retailers on the reopening of their stores, Ash Vij of Tru Uniforms in Manchester shares his experience. Laura Turner: Did you manage to trade online during
A newly released report by The Schoolwear Association is calling for the quality and sustainability of garments to be key considerations in any changes to school uniform policy. The ‘Schoolwear Association: