PEOPLE are being asked to search the backs of their wardrobes for old school uniforms amid concerns about the economic impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
The North Glasgow Uniform Bank has put out a call for people to donate old school uniforms to help clothe families who might be feeling the financial impact of the crisis.
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The group - which serves 15 schools north of the river and families throughout the city - is anticipating that people will be hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Donna Henderson, founder and director of the charity, said: "With Covid-19, job losses and reduced wages, we're expecting to help a lot more people out in the coming months."
The charity is based at 321 Royston Road and has collection rails placed in schools throughout North Glasgow.
Uniforms are cleaned and laundered before they are given to families.
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We told earlier how fears of a cost of living crisis are real as the coronavirus crisis hits the country’s economy as well as health.
Many people are worried they can’t afford rent and bills and keep upwith debt repayments if the lockdown continues.
A survey for Citizens advice Scotland found one in three in Scotland (34%) are concerned about their ability to pay for food and essentials.
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