Growing concerns over children at Lincolnshire schools in hygiene poverty
A survey's found many children are turning up to class with dirty uniforms, unwashed hair and unbrushed teeth
We're hearing there's growing concerns over the number of children in schools across Lincolnshire experiencing hygiene poverty.
A survey's found many children are turning up to class with dirty uniforms, unwashed hair and unbrushed teeth.
Three quarters of teachers in the East Midlands say the situation's got worse in the last year.
Reverend Steve Holt is the Chair of the Centre of Reconciliation in Lincoln and says:
"As a Parish Priest I visit schools.
"Certainly over the last 12 months visiting schools I have noticed some hygiene issues and have spoken to staff who have given me their thoughts and who are frustrated that children are in this situation."
He added that
"Food banks have become part of our high street and people are using them because they are desperate they are in real need.
"If you can't afford cornflakes and a loaf of bread how are you going to afford things like deodorant and toothpaste".
The Government say they hope their child poverty taskforce will help tackle the issues.