Funds available to help with back-to-school costs

Families can now apply for help with the costs of getting ready for the new school year.

The Back to School Bonus scheme offers a one-off payment of up to £150 towards uniforms, stationery and other essentials for children from reception to Year 11.

The last government announced the funding in April for parents who do not receive income support and earn a combined income of £75,000 or less.

The application deadline is Friday 31 July with money due to be paid into bank accounts in August.

The Government of Jersey said the fund had been designed to help families facing cost-of-living pressures.

The amount of the bonus is £100 for each primary school child and £150 for each secondary school child.

The government said parents on income support would not need to apply and would automatically be given the bonus in August.

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